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Chinese-speaking Legal Counsel

Skills
BlockchainChineseContractual AgreementsCryptocurrencyDispute ResolutionFintechGlobal Talent Acquisition
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction
  • Minimum of 3 years of legal experience preferably with experience in blockchain cryptocurrency fintech or technology sectors
  • Strong knowledge of financial regulations securities law AML and data privacy laws as they relate to digital assets and blockchain technology
  • Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent analytical communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
  • Familiarity with international regulatory environments and the ability to navigate cross-border legal issues is a plus
  • Bilingual ability English and Chinese
  • Experience in HR related matters such as labour regulations and labour disputes

Nice to have

  • Cross-border legal experience
  • Innovative mindset
  • Strong communication skills
  • Detail-oriented

Day to day

  • Provide comprehensive legal advice on all aspects of the company’s business activities including blockchain technology cryptocurrency digital assets and related regulatory compliance
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with international federal and local laws and regulations including securities laws anti-money laundering AML requirements and data privacy laws
  • Draft review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including partnership agreements licensing agreements service contracts and terms of service
  • Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate those risks ensuring the company's interests are protected
  • Advise on intellectual property matters including the protection of proprietary technologies trademarks and patents related to blockchain solutions
  • Assist with corporate governance matters including advising on corporate structure board meetings shareholder agreements and other governance-related issues
  • Manage and resolve legal disputes working with external counsel as necessary to handle litigation arbitration or other forms of dispute resolution
  • Stay up-to-date with developments in blockchain technology cryptocurrency regulation and emerging legal issues in the industry to provide proactive legal guidance
  • Work closely with other departments including HR Product Finance and Marketing to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements