Description

As the Corporate Development Associate at Offchain Labs, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of blockchain technology by identifying, acquiring, and building blockchain solutions at scale. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to identifying opportunities, evaluating them, and executing transactions that align with Offchain Labs' vision for decentralized infrastructure.

What you'll do

• Identify and evaluate acquisition and strategic partnership opportunities that support Offchain Labs' priorities.
• Build relationships with blockchain founders and industry leaders while maintaining a robust organic pipeline of opportunities.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders, including engineering, product, and ecosystem teams, to evaluate and prioritize growth opportunities aligned with Offchain Labs' mission.
• Assess the strategic, technical, and financial benefits of potential acquisitions or investments. Drive internal alignment and build external consensus to secure buy-in from all relevant parties.
• Lead pre-transaction diligence efforts, coordinating across technical, legal, financial, and operational teams to ensure thorough evaluation of opportunities.
• Identify potential risks and synergies in transactions, proposing innovative solutions that maximize value for Offchain Labs and its ecosystem.
• Establish scalable processes and develop strategies that enhance Offchain Labs' corporate development capabilities, keeping pace with the rapidly evolving blockchain industry.

What you'll need

• 5 years of experience, with 2 years in crypto-native companies.
• Relevant experience in M&A or investments with having led at least one negotiation or deal end-to-end.
• Very strong analytical and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Note: If you feel strongly that you have what it takes for this role but don’t check 100% of the boxes—that’s okay—we encourage you to apply anyway and highlight what you can bring to the table.