Legal Counsel

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:

<li>Legal Analysis, Review of Agreements and Risk Mitigation:</li>

<li>Review and Interpret all terms and conditions of contracts (master agreements, SOWs, IOs, NDAs, etc.) to ensure clarity, completeness, and enforceability.</li>

<li>Identify, Analyze, and Mitigate potential legal and business risks, including liabilities, indemnities, warranties, and breach of contract scenarios.</li>

<li>Ensure Regulatory Compliance with all relevant laws, directives, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., MiFID II, GDPR, or local commercial laws).</li>

<li>Draft and Negotiate necessary amendments, addenda, and side letters to align contract terms with the client's interests and standard legal playbook.</li>

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<li>Contract Administration and Structure:</li>

<li>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.</li>

<li>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).</li>

<li>Determine Governing Law and Jurisdiction to ensure contracts specify clear mechanisms for Dispute Resolution and the appropriate governing jurisdiction.</li>

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<li>Communication and Record Keeping:</li>

<li>Provide Clear Feedback to the business, identifying Open Points and Red Flags in a clear and actionable manner.</li>

<li>Maintain Records of all contract drafts, final signed versions, negotiation history, and associated legal opinions.</li>

<li>Consult with Internal Stakeholders (HR, Finance, Compliance, and other internal departments) to ensure contract terms align with internal policies and business objectives.</li>

Requirements:

<li>Legal professional with extensive experience.</li>

<li>Significant experience working across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Europe, MENA, the Americas, and APAC.</li>

<li>Ability to work autonomously, make decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.</li>

<li>Ability to draft policies for group companies, complex commercial agreements and review third-party contracts, identifying risks, ambiguities, and unfavorable terms.</li>

<li>Strong task-management abilities</li>

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<li>Preferred But Not Essential:</li>

<li>Previous experience in a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, fintech, or another compliance-heavy sector).</li>

<li>Experience leading or mentoring legal teams or junior colleagues.</li>

<li>Personal Qualities:</li>

<li>Proactive and results-driven – willing to get hands dirty and deliver under pressure.</li>

<li>Responsibility for results - you're accountable and the driving force, not your manager.</li>

<li>Strong leadership and interpersonal skills – ability to manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders globally.</li>

<li>Excellent problem-solving ability – able to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes.</li>

<li>Highly organised and detail-oriented – capable of managing multiple legal matters simultaneously.</li>

<li>Strong communication skills – able to convey complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.</li>

<li>Ownership of the tasks and projects until the final result is achieved.</li>

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. #LI-Hybrid

• 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 &amp; 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.

Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights!&nbsp;Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity.&nbsp;Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.

Our company has an Internal Reporting Procedure. It is available from the Human Resources Department upon request&nbsp;[email protected]. You may report a violation referred to in the Procedure under the terms specified therein.