Legal Counsel

## About the role We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team. ## Responsibilities ### Legal Analysis, Review of Agreements and Risk Mitigation - Review and Interpret all terms and conditions of contracts (master agreements, SOWs, IOs, NDAs, etc.) to ensure clarity, completeness, and enforceability - Identify, Analyze, and Mitigate potential legal and business risks, including liabilities, indemnities, warranties, and breach of contract scenarios - Ensure Regulatory Compliance with all relevant laws, directives, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., MiFID II, GDPR, or local commercial laws) - Draft and Negotiate necessary amendments, addenda, and side letters to align contract terms with the client's interests and standard legal playbook ### Contract Administration and Structure - Confirm Party Details to ensure the Parties listed are the correct legal entities, addresses, and registration numbers, including verifying group relationships and ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) where relevant - Manage Renewal and Termination by scrutinizing clauses for Duration and Termination, paying special attention to automatic renewal provisions, required notice periods, and the method of termination (e.g., registered mail) - Determine Governing Law and Jurisdiction to ensure contracts specify clear mechanisms for Dispute Resolution and the appropriate governing jurisdiction ### Communication and Record Keeping - Provide Clear Feedback to the business, identifying Open Points and Red Flags in a clear and actionable manner - Maintain Records of all contract drafts, final signed versions, negotiation history, and associated legal opinions - Consult with Internal Stakeholders (HR, Finance, Compliance, and other internal departments) to ensure contract terms align with internal policies and business objectives ## Requirements - Legal professional with extensive experience - Significant experience working across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Europe, MENA, the Americas, and APAC - Ability to work autonomously, make decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment - Ability to draft policies for group companies, complex commercial agreements and review third-party contracts, identifying risks, ambiguities, and unfavorable terms - Strong task-management abilities ## Preferred But Not Essential - Previous experience in a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, fintech, or another compliance-heavy sector) - Experience leading or mentoring legal teams or junior colleagues ## Personal Qualities - Proactive and results-driven - willing to get hands dirty and deliver under pressure - Responsibility for results - you're accountable and the driving force, not your manager - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills - ability to manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders globally - Excellent problem-solving ability - able to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes - Highly organised and detail-oriented - capable of managing multiple legal matters simultaneously - Strong communication skills - able to convey complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders - Ownership of the tasks and projects until the final result is achieved ## What you will get in return - **Competitive Salary**: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated - **Work-Life Harmony**: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock - **Generous Time Off**: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry - **Employee Referral Program**: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team - **Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits**: From medical insurance to pension plans, we've got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks! - **Workation Wonderland**: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits! - **Volunteer Days**: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community ## About the company Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.