What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Counsel - Strategic Transactions position at Hut 8?
ABOUT HUT 8
Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel – Strategic Transactions to serve as the lead legal partner for our most significant and strategic corporate transaction initiatives. In this high-impact role, you will drive the legal execution of mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and other transformative deals.
The ideal candidate will combine first-class legal skills with strong business judgment, delivering practical, solutions-oriented advice in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:
Strategic Transactions & M&A
This role is in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.
At Hut 8, You Will Have The Opportunity To
▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting
▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government
▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure
Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel – Strategic Transactions to serve as the lead legal partner for our most significant and strategic corporate transaction initiatives. In this high-impact role, you will drive the legal execution of mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and other transformative deals.
The ideal candidate will combine first-class legal skills with strong business judgment, delivering practical, solutions-oriented advice in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:
Strategic Transactions & M&A
- Lead legal support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, strategic alliances, and minority investments.
- Oversee all phases of transaction execution, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and integration.
- Support financing aspects of strategic transactions, including acquisition financing, debt facilities, and equity-linked components.
- Negotiate financing agreements and related documentation in collaboration with internal teams and outside counsel.
- Draft and negotiate key commercial agreements to support strategic initiatives.
- Ensure agreements align with the company’s objectives and risk profile.
- Partner with finance, tax, treasury, operations, investor relations, and compliance teams to ensure seamless deal execution. Manage outside counsel to deliver cost-effective, high-quality legal support.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
- Admission to the Florida Bar or another U.S. state bar (with eligibility to qualify as Authorized House Counsel in Florida).
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in M&A, strategic transactions, and complex commercial agreements, including at least 4 years at a major law firm.
- Prior in-house experience with a public company strongly preferred.
- Deep understanding of deal structuring, corporate governance, transaction-related financing, and cross-border transaction issues.
- Strong negotiation, drafting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple high-priority projects, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This role is in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.
At Hut 8, You Will Have The Opportunity To
▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting
▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government
▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure