Senior Legal Counsel
Skills
About This Role
Overview
We are a fast-growing Web3 startup providing end-to-end services to
crypto wallets
,
digital
asset exchanges
, and
tokenization platforms
across multiple jurisdictions.
Our mission is to
build trust-driven, compliant, and scalable infrastructure for the next wave of digital finance.
As we expand our global footprint, we’re seeking an experienced
Legal Counsel
with strong
cross-border experience in
crypto law, regulatory compliance, and commercial
contracts
to help guide our strategic growth while managing risk and regulatory obligations.
Regulatory & Crypto-Specific Legal
Advise on local and international crypto regulations, including:
SEC, CFTC, FinCEN (USA)
FATF, V ASP, and AML/KYC guidelines
Provide legal guidance on tokenization structures, whitepapers, and tokenomics
models.
Support legal structuring for wallet infrastructure, token issuance, exchange
integrations, and custody services.
Lead or support crypto exchange licensing applications and interactions with
regulatory bodies globally.
Corporate & Commercial Legal
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including:
o SaaS agreements
o Token platform partnerships
o Licensing & IP agreements
o Vendor, reseller, and B2B service agreementsmTransform.com
Advise on and manage
company law matters
, including:
o Board governance and shareholder relations
o Corporate structuring and international subsidiaries
o Entity incorporation in crypto-friendly jurisdictions (e.g., BVI, Cayman, UAE
Free Zones)
Manage all legal documentation related to fundraising, investor agreements, token
vesting schedules, and SAFE/SAFT contracts.
Employment & Workplace Compliance
Advise on
employment law
, contractor agreements, and HR policies in accordance
with UAE labor law and international standards.
Ensure company policies comply with applicable labor laws (e.g., Meydan, IFZA,
mainland UAE, or remote teams in other jurisdictions).
Assist in drafting employment contracts, stock/token option agreements, and
confidentiality/IP assignments.
Cross-Border Legal Strategy
Develop and maintain internal frameworks for
cross-border compliance
, risk
management, and international data transfer (e.g., GDPR, DPDP).
Monitor legal developments globally and make proactive recommendations to ensure
legal agility and risk minimization.
Coordinate with external counsel in different jurisdictions as required.
Requirements
Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent) and licensed to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
5–10 years of post-qualification experience, ideally covering:
o Blockchain/crypto or fintech regulation
o Commercial and tech contracts
o Corporate and employment law
o Cross-border legal work and compliance
Strong knowledge of:
o Token classification and crypto licensing (utility vs security tokens)
o AML/KYC and data privacy laws (GDPR, DPDP, etc.)
o Company law in one or more jurisdictions
o UAE employment law or similar systems
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.
Experience
working closely with tech, product, and operations teams.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment.
Good to Have
Experience
in Web3 or crypto companies (in-house or legal advisory).
Understanding of DAO legal structures, smart contract audit frameworks, and IP
protection in blockchain.
Familiarity with regulatory environments in the UAE, EU, UK, US, or APAC.
Experience
advising on hybrid legal models (e.g., onshore/offshore entity setups).
Previous exposure to equity/token incentive plan structuring for teams.
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape legal strategy in one of the most dynamic sectors of fintech
Work directly with founders and product teams on high-impact projects
Global exposure with regulatory bodies, clients, and partners
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