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Legal Counsel

Caladan • Full-time • Dubai, United Arab Emirates • 2m ago

We are seeking an experienced and motivated in-house Legal Counsel to support our legal and compliance functions.

What you’ll be doing

Commercial Contracts:
- Take charge of drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, with a keen focus on agreements related to token market-making, OTC trading, and our expansion into new markets.
- Ensure that all contracts are compliant with relevant laws and regulations, particularly those specific to the cryptocurrency and financial sectors.
- Work closely with our business teams to pinpoint legal risks and provide strategic guidance during contract negotiations and business dealings.
Employment Law:
- Handle the drafting and review of employment contracts, offer letters, and other pertinent agreements.
- Offer expert advice on employment law matters, spanning from hiring practices to employee relations and terminations, ensuring strict adherence to labor regulations.
- Provide support in resolving employment disputes and, if necessary, assist in litigation proceedings.
General Legal Support:
- Offer comprehensive legal assistance across the company's spectrum, encompassing tasks such as scrutinizing marketing materials, advising on intellectual property concerns, and aiding in corporate governance and regulatory filings.
- Collaborate effectively with external legal counsel on intricate legal matters and transactions whenever the need arises.

The Ideal Candidate

Holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Master of Laws (LLM), or Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Is admitted to the bar in at least one jurisdiction.
Boasts strong experience in legal practice.
Demonstrates a proven track record of independently handling contracts, employment law matters, and regulatory compliance.
Ideally possesses direct experience within the cryptocurrency industry or exhibits a profound curiosity about this space, coupled with the ability to showcase their knowledge effectively.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Participation in company bonus pool
Daily catered lunch
Health insurance and wellness benefits
Unlimited vacation policy

About Caladan

Caladan was one of the earliest market-makers in digital assets and has been generating exceptional returns since 2017. Today, we operate thousands of algorithms across 1000+ digital assets, transacting over $50B annually across 65+ exchanges, both centralized and decentralized.