WalletConnect Foundation

WalletConnect Foundation is a pioneering organization committed to advancing the decentralized web through interoperability, community ownership, and consensus. With a growing network of over 150 million connections and 24 million active wallets, WalletConnect is at the forefront of web3 evolution, aiming to enhance the onchain user experience and promote the decentralized economy.

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🔥 Head of Legal (Foundation)
Posted about 2 months ago

📍 Spain, England, United Kingdom, Ireland, Brazil, Cayman Islands

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Blockchain, crypto, and fintech

  • Law degree from a top-tier law school and admission to practice law in EU, UK, or US.
  • 10+ years of experience in a legal counsel role, with significant experience in blockchain, crypto, or fintech industry.
  • Deep understanding of blockchain and cryptocurrency regulation, including decentralized governance models, tokenomics, and smart contracts.
  • Proven experience in contract drafting and negotiation, especially related to technology, intellectual property, and commercial agreements.
  • Strong knowledge of international regulatory frameworks, especially in financial services and data privacy laws.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide practical and strategic legal advice in a dynamic environment.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
  • Interest and passion for Web3 technologies, decentralized systems, and the future of blockchain.

  • Provide strategic legal advice to the leadership team in blockchain technology, decentralized governance, tokenomics, and crypto regulations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including commercial agreements, partnerships, licensing, and vendor agreements.
  • Ensure the Foundation complies with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement internal legal policies and procedures for compliance.
  • Advise on organizational governance matters, including decentralized governance models.
  • Manage legal risks associated with emerging technologies and decentralized platforms.
  • Liaise with external legal advisors, regulators, and industry bodies.
  • Support leadership in dispute resolution, regulatory inquiries, and other contentious matters.
  • Stay informed on global regulatory developments affecting the crypto and blockchain industries.

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