Senior Legal Counsel at Nexo

Stand out and lead the way. ​​Define an industry. Forge the path to truly blockchain-based, deflationary, and limitless finance.

Nexo is the world’s leading digital assets institution. The company’s mission is to maximize the value and utility of digital assets by offering a comprehensive suite of products that include advanced trading solutions for retail and institutional clients, aggregation of liquidity from leading venues, and tax-efficient asset-backed credit lines. In 2022, the enterprise launched its investment arm Nexo Ventures, which now boasts over 60 portfolio companies. Nexo has processed $130+ billion for 7,000,000+ satisfied users across more than 200 jurisdictions.

You Are The Commander:

• Prepare and revise corporate documents, commercial agreements, including but not limited to share and asset purchase agreements, investment and shareholders’ agreements, JV agreements, service-level agreements, general terms and conditions, company policies, procedures, plans, programs and other types of legal instruments;
• Survey the licensing and/or registration requirements applicable to Nexo’s business activity in multiple jurisdictions;
• Handle employment and other related issues;
• Address any general or ad-hoc legal queries from members of Nexo's team;
• Supervise junior legal counsels, if required;
• Work closely with and report to the Head of Legal & Regulatory Compliance, to better assess applicable requirements and to ensure that Nexo’s business activity is carried out in full compliance therewith;
• Work in close cooperation and actively communicate with regional legal counsels and regulators.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Master’s degree in law;
• Strong academic record;
• Minimum relevant professional experience in a corporate environment of more than 7 years, in particular in the field of corporate, commercial, employment law, as well as compliance, financial and banking services. Any experience in cryptocurrencies and blockchain is a strong advantage;
• Experience in supervising junior team members;
• Proficiency in English;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to comprehend how new regulations will impact Nexo’s products and expansion plans;
• Ability to assess and mitigate regulatory risks;
• Ability to solve complex problems and apply interdisciplinary thinking;
• Advanced multi-tasking skills;
• Outstanding analytical, prioritizing, problem-solving and planning skills;
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to the delegated tasks and responsibilities;
• Ability to work effectively in a fluid, fast-paced environment and meet deadlines; ability to work independently but within one strong team;
• Curiosity and a strong desire to learn, grow and be up-to-date with the trends and the best practices in virtual assets, banking, FinTech and RegTech.

Perks We Offer:

• Attractive remuneration package;
• Performance-based bonuses
• Learning Hub;
• Hybrid way of work and work from home;
• Inspiring atmosphere and innovative projects;
• Future career development in a global company leading the innovative blockchain space;
• Tailor-made personal benefits package — you want it, you get it;
• Wellness program including additional health insurance, Multisport card, sports activities, standing desks & protective glasses and many more;
• Free assorted healthy snacks and fresh fruits in the office;
• Free parking with a designated space, free electric bikes & public transport;
• Epic regular team buildings and parties.

And so many more…