Senior Legal Advisor
Wallet
Wallet in Telegram is a digital asset solution natively embedded into Telegram’s interface. Backed by The Open Platform, Wallet in Telegram gained 100M+ user accounts in 2024, and aims to make its solution available to all 1BN+ of Telegram’s users. Wallet in Telegram offers a dual-wallet experience with Crypto Wallet (a multi-chain wallet for trading and sending crypto to contacts) and TON Wallet (a self-custodial wallet with access to the TON ecosystem of dApps and tokens).
With a mission to make crypto accessible and secure for Telegram's vast user base, we're seeking a highly skilled Senior Counsel to play a pivotal role in driving the adoption of crypto and Web3.
As a key member of our legal team, you'll be at the forefront of our operations, ensuring Wallet operates smoothly within legal frameworks while championing innovation in the Web3 ecosystem. Collaborating closely with diverse teams, you'll assess legal and commercial risks, develop corporate strategies, and fortify governance frameworks for our platform. Reporting directly to the Corporate and Commercial Lead, you'll provide expert guidance on corporate governance, contract negotiations, and intellectual property protection.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on corporate governance, ensuring compliance with laws and best practices.
- Take part in corporate structuring and tax optimization to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of corporate policies and procedures.
- Advise on the establishment and maintenance of corporate entities to support expansion and strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with finance teams on financial reporting and compliance strategies.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements to protect company interests.
- Offer strategic guidance on intellectual property matters to safeguard assets and innovations.
- Stay informed on evolving laws and industry trends to identify optimization opportunities.
- Conduct legal research on corporate law matters to ensure compliance and inform decision-making.
- Assist in managing legal projects and initiatives.
Requirements:
- Hold a legal degree with a license to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
- Bring 3+ years of legal experience, with a focus on corporate law, tax optimization, and governance.
- Have experience in corporate structuring.
- Possess a strong understanding of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Have strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Exhibit excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Prior experience in technology, fintech, or blockchain industries is preferred.
- Preference given to candidates with experience within the crypto-industry.
- Full Professional English.
Why it is a fantastic opportunity:
- Our business is growing at an exponential scale.
- Non-bureaucratic management that focuses on results.
- Regular performance reviews to assess your progress.
- Remote setup with access to our hubs in Dubai, Yerevan, London and Belgrade.
- Compensation for medical expenses.
- Provision of necessary equipment.
- 20 working days of paid vacation annually.
- 11 days off per year.
- 14 days of paid sick leave to support your health and recovery when needed.
- Access to internal conferences, English courses and corporate events.