Legal Counsel

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

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jobs Verified: 17 May 2026 Washington, DC (Global and Remote-based)

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Chainlink Labs

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Washington, DC (Global and Remote-based)

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License to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction, Republic of Ireland, or the UK; 4 years at a top law firm or 3 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Chainlink Labs
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 legal topics including decentralized finance (DeFi) and open-source software licensing.
Eligibility: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction, the Republic of Ireland, or the UK. Required experience includes 4 years at a top law firm or 3 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE). Preferred candidates will have a passion for blockchain technology and experience counseling technology clients.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Washington, DC (Global and Remote-based)
Fees: None
Contact Information: Not specified