Junior Legal Counsel

Freedx; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to innovation and security. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assist with legal research, contract drafting, and compliance in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with various departments, ensuring legal queries are addressed and documentation is maintained. If you're eager to grow professionally and contribute to the evolving landscape of digital finance, this position is perfect for you. Experience the freedom and reliability of a dynamic workplace that values inclusivity and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Generous paid leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally in a law firm or in-house.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research, drafting contracts, and internal policies.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting the crypto industry.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Drafting

Compliance

Analytical Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Who We Are

Freedx is a newly established cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to providing a seamless, secure, and innovative trading experience. Our team comprises experienced professionals from the crypto, finance, and technology sectors, all passionate about driving the future of digital finance. At Freedx, we are committed to creating a platform that empowers our clients with the freedom to manage their digital assets confidently and efficiently.

Our Vision:

At Freedx, our vision is to be the most trusted and reliable cryptocurrency exchange, offering unparalleled freedom and scalability to our clients. We aim to build a platform where users can trade and manage their assets with complete peace of mind, knowing that their security and reliability are our top priorities. We strive to continuously innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of the crypto market, ensuring that our clients have access to the best tools and services to achieve their financial goals. Join us on our journey to redefine the standards of digital asset trading and experience the freedom, reliability, and scalability that Freedx has to offer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with legal research and advice, drafting of contracts, internal policies and documents relating to the business of the company.
• Review and support the negotiation of commercial agreements, including NDAs, vendor contracts and intragroup agreements.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable international, regional and local laws and regulations.
• Monitor and track regulatory developments affecting the crypto industry and the company’s business and report findings to the legal and executive teams.
• Support licensing and registration efforts in multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist in the incorporation of legal entities in multiple jurisdictions, ensure their compliance with the applicable reporting obligations.
• Assist in the registration and/or protection of the company’s intellectual property.
• Work closely with other departments to address their legal queries and assist with the requested documentation and advice.
• Maintain legal documentation and corporate records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
• 0-2 years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally in a law firm or in-house legal department (experience in fintech is a plus).
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and grow professionally.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based discretionary bonuses.
• Generous paid leave.
• Opportunity for professional development, participation to industry events.

Freedx is an equal opportunity employer. We stand for an open and inclusive work environment that fosters the well-being of everyone. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our people unique.