Regulatory Legal Counsel

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on regulatory and policy issues related to the crypto industry and blockchain technology.
• Leverage knowledge to provide sound legal guidance and advice on tech-related financial regulation and crypto matters.
• Carefully draft and meticulously review legal documents and agreements, with a focus on tech-related corporate, litigation, and regulatory matters.
• Advise on ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing financial services, crypto, blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to offer legal guidance and advice on tech-related matters.
• Represent the company in negotiations and interactions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders on tech-related topics.
• Maintain awareness of legal and regulatory developments in the crypto industry and blockchain technology landscape.
• Proactively share insights and recommendations with the legal team and other key stakeholders.
• Interact with regulators when necessary.

Requirements

• Possess 5-8 years of well-rounded experience as a lawyer, with a distinct focus on financial regulation or regulatory affairs, and a strong substantive understanding of blockchain technology and the crypto industry.
• Qualified to practice in UAE.
• Demonstrate excellent drafting and communication abilities, with a proven track record of effectively conveying complex legal and technical concepts to non-legal audiences.
• Familiar with financial products and relevant licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, adeptly working both independently and as a collaborative team player.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to provide practical solution-oriented legal advice on tech-related matters.

About the Company

Crypto.com was founded in 2016 on a simple belief: it’s a basic human right for everyone to control their money, data, and identity. With over 10 million users on its platform today, Crypto.com is a leader in regulatory adherence and security. They offer a powerful alternative to traditional financial services, making it easier for everyone to buy, trade, and spend crypto.