Junior Legal Counsel

What you'll do

Assist in managing pre-litigation disputes and formal litigation matters.

Coordinate with external counsel, including managing document discovery, drafting hold notices, and tracking case progress and budgets.

Conduct legal research and draft memos on issues related to user disputes, regulatory inquiries, and potential claims.

Support the development and implementation of internal processes to mitigate litigation risk.

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including: Vendor and supplier agreements, Technology and SaaS licenses, Marketing and partnership agreements, Non-disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Basic service terms for users

Support senior counsel on more complex negotiations (e.g., banking, data, and strategic partnerships).

Help maintain and organize the company’s contract management system.

Monitor and research evolving laws and regulations affecting cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech, and financial services in our key jurisdictions.

Assist in preparing legal advisories and compliance guidance for business teams on new products, features, and marketing initiatives.

Support the company’s licensing and registration efforts globally.

Provide support on corporate governance matters for the company and its subsidiaries.

Assist in the preparation of materials for board and shareholder meetings, including resolutions, minutes, and presentations.

Help maintain corporate records, statutory books, and corporate registrations.

Support the company’s data privacy compliance program under regulations like the DPA, GDPR, CCPA, and others.

Assist in reviewing and updating privacy policies, cookie notices, and data processing agreements (DPAs).

Help conduct privacy impact assessments for new projects and products.

Other related tasks that may be assigned by the line manager.

What we expect from you

Law degree from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in the Philippines

1-3 years of post-qualification experience, preferably at a reputable law firm or in-house at a technology, financial services, or fintech company. Candidates with a strong demonstrated interest in crypto and a stellar academic record will be considered.

Solid foundational knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and litigation procedures.

Exposure to, or strong interest in, financial regulations, cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and data privacy laws.

Tech-Savvy: A genuine interest in and understanding of technology, cryptocurrency, and blockchain.

Business-Minded: Ability to understand business objectives and provide practical, risk-based legal advice.

Proactive & Agile: A self-starter who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment with a "get things done" attitude.

Exceptional Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.

Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail in drafting, research, and process management.

Team Player: Collaborative spirit with a willingness to learn and support colleagues at all levels.