Corporate Paralegal

February 1, 2025

Job Description

The Sui Foundation exists to support the development, growth and adoption of the Sui network. Sui is the first permissionless Layer 1 blockchain designed from the ground up to enable creators and developers to build unique Web3 experiences from gaming to finance.

The Sui Foundation is committed to three decentralization principles; Embrace transparency and level the playing field, Communicate openly to build a culture of trust, and Engage directly with the community.

Mission:

Onboard the next billion users to web3 by supporting the advancement and global adoption of the Sui blockchain.

Vision:

To create a better world that unlocks opportunities through universal access and individual ownership.

About the Role:

Sui Foundation is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal and Token Administrator to add to our world class team of legal professionals. You will report to the General Counsel and be responsible for multiple functions. Your ideas and contributions will shape the team’s relationship with the rest of the company. Creativity, a brilliant mind, and excitement about having a hand in building the internet of the future are all required.

Responsibilities:

Token Administration

  • Manage Sui Foundation’s token incentive plans for all employees, including token grants, Rule 701 analyses, vesting schedules, and related documentation
  • Partner with internal cross-functional stakeholders such as People, Ops and Finance, as well our external tax and payroll providers to facilitate token settlement and ensure accurate taxation and timely recording of token transactions
  • Manage our third-party token administration platform (Pulley), and drive the development of, or search for, a scalable token administration solution
  • Respond to token-related inquiries from employees, and lead our development of employee education to support understanding of the company’s token plans and policies

Corporate Paralegal

  • Serve as partner to the Legal team on all corporate legal issues, including worldwide corporate governance (e.g. board and shareholder resolutions), international expansion and preparation of company policies
  • Draft and review commercial contracts, including MOUs, vendor agreements, NDAs, and other general business contracts
  • Assist with employment legal matters, such as reviewing offer letters, separation agreements, and communicating with terminated employees
  • Work with Ironclad contract automation and assist with the implementation of new processes and procedures to streamline legal operations
  • Manage our contract management process on Ironclad including sending out documents, approving documents and sending out contracts for execution
  • Facilitate strategic and financial transactions, including assisting with due diligence, document drafting, fundraising transactions and secondary transfers
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date and organized legal files
  • Do whatever needs to be done, and do the right thing

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5 years experience of corporate paralegal and equity/token administration experience in top law firms or high-growth tech companies.
  • Strong knowledge of corporate and securities laws, including global taxation of compensatory awards.
  • Bias for action—a proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
  • Sharp business judgment with the ability to assess risk quickly, even with imperfect information.
  • Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a track record of improving workflows and operations.
  • Solutions-focused collaborator, able to work cross-functionally to drive outcomes.
  • Highly organized with strong project management skills, prioritizing effectively under tight deadlines.
  • Passion for blockchain or cryptocurrency is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with Pulley, Ironclad, or similar contract management tools is a bonus.

Our team is 100% remote and we are hiring across the world. Here at the Sui Foundation, you’ll be joining a world-class team with tremendous growth potential as we bring the next billion users to web3.