Legal Counsel

Summary

Join Xapo Bank, a fully distributed team of over 140 Xapiens working remotely from 40+ countries, and contribute to a world with economic freedom and wealth protection. As a Legal Counsel, you will play a crucial role in supporting the legal team by conducting research, reviewing documentation, analyzing complex legal information, and providing concise reports. This role is essential for informed decision-making within the Legal team and Xapo. You will be responsible for conducting in-depth legal research, reviewing legal documentation related to financial services, fintech, and blockchain, assessing and implementing standards, dealing with member issues, and providing recommendations and legal advice based on research findings.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years PQE within the Financial Services (primarily banking, payments and DLT) industry, with a Fintech and Blockchain focus ideally
• Qualification: UK qualified lawyer or equivalent but with practice and experience in the UK or Gibraltar
• Skills: Demonstrated analytical and research abilities. The capacity to analyse complex legal issues and conduct thorough legal research is crucial. This involves sifting through large amounts of information, and distilling it into something manageable and understandable
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to find creative solutions to complex legal problems. This requires innovative thinking and a proactive approach
• Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Technological Proficiency: Our work involves various technologies and infrastructure. Familiarity with these tools and ability to interact with a global team digitally is important
• Project Management: Ability to lead a project, interact across product, risk, finance and other teams within the group, and to have some business development skills
• A dedicated workspace
• A reliable internet connection with the fastest speed possible in your area
• Devices and other essential equipment that meet minimal technical specifications
• Alignment with Our Values and the Xapo Values-Driven Leadership principles

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research on a wide range of legal topics and areas of law
• Review legal documentation and information relevant to the Financial Services, Fintech, and Blockchain spaces
• Assessing and implementing standards relating to the consumer duty principle, financial promotion rules, and reviewing and assessing client facing communications
• Dealing with any issues that arise from a members’ perspective
• Analyse this information and provide concise reports based on findings
• Provide recommendations and sound legal advice based on research findings

Benefits

• Shape the Future: Improve lives through cutting-edge technology, work 100% remotely from anywhere in the world
• Great work-life balance: Build amazing things with a balance of autonomy and collaborative teamwork. Set your own work schedule and make use of a flexible PTO plan when you need to recharge
• Expect Excellence: Collaborate, learn, and grow with a high-performance team. Learn how you learn best - from books to conferences, you’ll get a yearly budget for your individual learning and development goals