Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Legal Counsel to join our legal team. This role focuses on providing regulatory advice and support on matters relating to cryptoasset services and blockchain technology. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Head of Legal to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

You will:

1. Monitor and analyse regulatory developments in the cryptoassets space
2. Assist in the interpretation and implementation of new regulations affecting cryptoassets (MiCA, DORA, PSD, etc) and financial instruments (MiFID2)
3. Assist with legal advice on cryptoassets-related products and initiatives
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance in product development and business operations
5. Assist in developing and updating internal policies and procedures to comply with evolving regulatory requirements
6. Support in liaising with regulatory bodies and government agencies
7. Researching a range of novel legal and regulatory questions and participating in providing legal analyses and recommendations to inform business decisions
8. Participate in training and educational efforts within the company related to cryptoassets regulations.

About you:

1. Master of Laws
2. Excellent knowledge in European cryptoassets regimes, ideally also in traditional financial instruments
3. 2-3 years of legal experience, preferably in financial services, fintech, technology, or a related field
4. Knowledge of and interest in cryptoassets, blockchain technology, and digital finance
5. Eagerness to understand the underlying technicality is a plus
6. Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards
7. Business acumen
8. Strong business partnership culture, combined with a solution-oriented attitude and capable of performing even in challenging situations
9. Great writing and communication skills in English, with proven verbal and written fluency; French is a plus
10. Proven ability to understand legal and regulatory concepts and convert them into relevant, practical, local business requirements
11. Autonomous, adaptive, ability to think outside of the box, creative

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Cryptocurrency
• Legal Consulting
• Team Collaboration