Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Astera Holdings
Job overview
The CLO / General Counsel role at Astera Holdings is a senior legal executive position responsible for architecting and executing global legal strategy to support rapid growth and regulatory compliance in a fintech firm focused on alternative assets.
Responsibilities and impact
The General Counsel will lead regulatory compliance, fund structuring, exchange integration, IP protection, and corporate governance, partnering with the CEO and executive team to establish scalable legal frameworks and policies.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary, equity, and performance-based incentives.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a J.D. from a top-tier U.S. law school, an active bar license (NY preferred), extensive legal experience in fund formation and cross-border regulatory structuring, and prior senior counsel experience in hedge funds, fintech, or alt-asset platforms.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to shape pioneering legal innovation, lead core strategic initiatives, and align with the company's long-term success through equity ownership.
Work environment and culture
Astera Holdings values diverse perspectives and fosters a high-integrity, mission-driven team culture committed to institutional discipline and startup speed.
Company information
Astera Holdings is a fintech firm specializing in event-driven investments with operations across U.S.-regulated event contracts, offshore prediction markets, and sportsbook liquidity, aiming to institutionalize alternative asset classes.
Team overview
The General Counsel will work closely with the CEO and executive leadership as a core strategic partner in a high-execution, solutions-oriented environment.
Job location and travel
The role is remote with a preference for U.S.-based candidates, especially in NYC.
Unique job features
The position offers a unique opportunity to lead legal strategy at the intersection of finance and technology, including fund formation, regulatory compliance, and platform scaling with substantial equity upside.
Company overview
Astera Holdings is a diversified company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of advanced lighting and technology solutions, serving industries such as entertainment, architecture, and events. The company generates revenue through the sale of innovative LED lighting products, wireless control systems, and related accessories, catering to professional clients worldwide. Astera has built a reputation for reliability and cutting-edge design, with a history of pioneering wireless lighting technology and supporting high-profile productions and installations. Candidates should be aware of Astera’s emphasis on sustainability, user-friendly design, and continuous product innovation. Understanding the company’s global reach and commitment to quality can be advantageous when applying.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your extensive experience in fund formation, multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance (SEC, CFTC, FinCEN), and fintech or alternative asset legal frameworks relevant to Astera Holdings' event-driven investment model.
Highlight your leadership in designing legal strategies for complex financial products, including tokenized access structures and exchange/platform integrations, showcasing your ability to support rapid growth and regulatory soundness.
Apply through multiple channels such as Astera Holdings' corporate careers page, LinkedIn job listings, and specialized fintech or legal job boards to maximize application visibility.
Connect with current legal team members or executives at Astera Holdings on LinkedIn, initiating conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent company developments in fintech regulation or expressing admiration for their pioneering approach to alternative assets.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'regulatory compliance,' 'fund structuring,' 'tokenized vehicles,' 'cross-border legal,' and 'corporate governance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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