Commercial Counsel - Crypto Firm - 8 month FTC

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international crypto firm in London seeks a Commercial Counsel for an 8-month FTC, potentially permanent. The role involves drafting contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing legal risks in the crypto sector. Candidates should have at least five years PQE and experience in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• At least five years PQE in regulated work.
• Experience with crypto-related legal matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafting terms of service and user agreements for crypto platforms.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and advising on crypto laws.
• Structuring business entities to mitigate legal risks.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Counsel - Crypto Firm - 8 month FTC, London

Client: Simmons & Hanbury

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

My client, a leading international crypto firm, is looking to hire a counsel to join their impressive legal team in London. This role will initially be for 8 months with the potential to become permanent. Responsibilities include:

Drafting and Negotiating Contracts:

• Terms of service and user agreements for crypto platforms
• Smart contract terms (in collaboration with developers)
• Token purchase agreements, SAFTs (Simple Agreement for Future Tokens), and private sale agreements

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensuring the business adheres to relevant financial regulations (e.g., AML/KYC, securities laws)
• Advising on compliance with jurisdiction-specific crypto laws (e.g., SEC in the U.S., MiCA in the EU)
• Assisting with registration of entities, obtaining licenses (e.g., MSB, VASP), and engaging with regulators

Risk Management and Legal Structuring:

• Structuring the business entity or token ecosystem to mitigate legal risks (e.g., offshore jurisdictions, DAOs)
• Providing legal advice on various structuring options

Candidates must have at least five years PQE with experience in regulated work. Please reach out at [emailprotected].