Senior Legal Counsel

About the role We are looking for a lawyer who pairs strong regulatory judgment with hands on product sense to support our business across crypto, web3, fintech, and payments. We operate globally, so you will work across multiple jurisdictions and help us navigate a patchwork of fast moving regimes. You will sit close to the product and business teams, advising on how products are designed, structured, and launched while keeping us on the right side of regulation. This is a role for someone who is comfortable where the rules are still developing and who can give clear, practical answers under time pressure. Requirements Qualified lawyer with 4 to 7 years PQE, ideally in house, with direct experience advising crypto or web3 businesses. Exposure to payments or financial services regulation is a strong plus. Strong working knowledge of the regulatory frameworks that apply to crypto, web3, fintech, or financial services, with the ability to apply them to real products rather than in the abstract. Working knowledge of financial promotions and advertising or marketing regulation as it applies to financial or crypto products, including paid placement, sponsorship, and disclosure requirements. Familiarity with the regulation of trading, brokerage, or market infrastructure activities, and the ability to recognise when a product crosses into a regulated activity. Track record across regulatory, licensing, product, and commercial work, rather than a single specialism. Comfort working across multiple jurisdictions and a willingness to get up to speed quickly on unfamiliar regimes, with support from local counsel where needed. Ability to work autonomously and reliably under tight deadlines in a fast paced, high performance environment. Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain regulatory issues to non lawyers and to work with global teams across time zones. A practical, solution oriented approach, with the initiative to spot issues early and propose wor