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Senior Lawyer - Venture Financings

Carta
Location
San Francisco, CA
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Carta Law Emerging Companies and Venture Capital
Salary
$208,000 - $317,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in ECVC law
  • Licensed to practice in California or a comparable jurisdiction
  • Strong background in early-stage financings including SAFEs, convertible notes, and priced equity rounds
  • Experience supervising paralegals and managing team output across multiple deals
  • Client-focused with strong relationship-building skills
  • Detail-driven and able to handle competing deadlines
What the job really is

As a Senior Lawyer in Venture Financings at Carta, you will manage the end-to-end process for early-stage financing deals, serving as the primary contact for founders and venture capital funds. Your responsibilities include negotiating financing documents, mentoring paralegals, developing deal playbooks, and supporting business development efforts. You will also collaborate with the technology team to enhance AI-driven legal delivery tools.

Benefits
  • Market competitive salary
  • Equity for all full-time roles
  • Exceptional benefits
  • Commission plans for applicable roles
Things to weigh
  • Final offers may vary based on geography and candidate experience
  • No specific mention of work-life balance or remote work options
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