Blockchain Legal Counsel — Remote & Global Compliance

Chainlink Labs; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Chainlink Labs is hiring a Legal Counsel to support its fast-growing blockchain oracle platform. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Counsel to develop risk evaluation strategies, build scalable legal processes, and ensure compliance with U.S.

and international regulations. The role involves advising on complex topics including decentralized finance (DeFi) and open-source software licensing, with eligibility requiring licensure in a U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction, Ireland, or the UK.
• 4 years at a top law firm or 3 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Experience counseling technology clients or on blockchain-related matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop risk evaluation strategies and scalable legal processes for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international regulations governing blockchain/fintech activities.
• Advise on complex topics including DeFi and open-source software licensing.

Job description

Chainlink Labs is hiring a Legal Counsel to support its fast-growing blockchain oracle platform. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Counsel to develop risk evaluation strategies, build scalable legal processes, and ensure compliance with U.S.

and international regulations. The role involves advising on complex topics including decentralized finance (DeFi) and open-source software licensing, with eligibility requiring licensure in a U.S.