Main Responsibilities:
Legal Advice & Recommendations
- Provide expert legal advice on matters involving UAE law, international law, and cryptocurrency-specific regulations.
- Offer legal solutions on the feasibility of the company's operations in new countries, particularly focusing on cryptocurrency and blockchain regulations.
Contract Review & Drafting
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, particularly those related to encryption and blockchain technology, to mitigate risks and protect the company's interests.
Compliance & Regulatory Governance
- Advise on compliance for operations in the UAE and international markets, ensuring adherence to the latest developments in cryptocurrency and blockchain compliance.
Risk Management
- Identify legal risks specific to the crypto industry and provide proactive solutions to mitigate those risks and protect the company's interests.
Dispute Resolution
- Oversee dispute resolution processes, including litigation, mediation, and arbitration, and coordinate with external legal counsel when necessary.
Intellectual Property
- Protect the company's intellectual property, particularly with respect to digital assets and blockchain technology, and assist with IP-related matters.
Corporate Governance
- Support the company in maintaining best practices for corporate governance, especially in areas related to crypto and digital asset trading.
Training & Education
- Provide training and education to internal teams on cryptocurrency compliance, legal issues, and best practices for managing legal risks in the industry.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B), with a Master's degree or equivalent qualifications preferred.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of legal work experience specializing in UAE law and common law, with a preference for experience in the cryptocurrency, blockchain, or fintech industries.
Licensing:
- Priority will be given to candidates holding a lawyer's license in the UAE or countries with common law legal systems.
Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of UAE company law, commercial law, labor law, contract law, and criminal law.
- Familiarity with international trade law, dispute resolution, and cross-border regulatory compliance.
- Expertise in cryptocurrency regulations, blockchain compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
Languages:
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is essential.
- Fluency in Arabic and Chinese will be a significant advantage.
