Full-Time Head of Legal & Compliance
Blockdaemon is hiring a remote Full-Time Head of Legal & Compliance. The career level for this job opening is Manager and is accepting USA based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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Position Overview
The Head of Legal & Compliance serves as the legal advisor to Blockdaemon, overseeing all global legal, regulatory, and compliance matters and managing the legal function. The role works closely with the executive leadership team and board to guide the company through the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape surrounding blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized finance (DeFi).
Key responsibilities include:
- Corporate governance
- Complex commercial contracting
- Equity administration
- Cross-border regulatory strategy
The position requires balancing legal risk management with pragmatic, business-focused solutions that support scalable growth, enable product innovation, and reinforce Blockdaemon’s position as a trusted leader in blockchain infrastructure.
Your Impact
- Legal Strategy & Leadership: Provide proactive legal counsel to the executive team.
- Regulatory Compliance: Oversee global compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex agreements.
- Risk Management: Develop and implement legal and compliance risk management strategies.
- Corporate Governance & Equity Administration: Oversee corporate governance policies.
- Litigation Management: Manage and coordinate any litigation, disputes, or legal claims.
- Data Privacy & Security: Provide guidance on data privacy laws, GDPR, and cybersecurity concerns.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with finance, HR, and compliance teams.
- External Representation: Represent the company in legal proceedings.
Role Requirements
- Proven ability to balance deep legal expertise with pragmatic, business-focused solutions.
- 10+ years of legal experience in technology, blockchain, cryptocurrency, or fintech.
- Significant experience negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts.
- In-depth understanding of blockchain technology and its legal and regulatory implications.
- Hands-on experience with equity administration.
- Track record of thriving in fast-paced, high-growth, or technology-driven environments.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks relevant to blockchain.
- Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills.
- Exceptional communication abilities.
- Expertise in developing and implementing risk management strategies.
- Strong business acumen and strategic problem-solving skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with securities law, including the legal implications of token offerings and equity grants.