Junior Legal Counsel
Coins.phCryptocurrency Exchange company
Taguig CityMid
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About the role
TL;DR
Junior Legal Counsel
- •Join the Pioneer Crypto Brand in the Philippines! Coins is the most established crypto brand in The Philippines and has gained the trust of more than 18 million users.
- •Through the easy-to-use mobile app, users can buy and sell a variety of different cryptocurrencies and access a wide range of financial services.
- •Coins is fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the first ever crypto-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.
- •What you'll do Assist in managing pre-litigation disputes and formal litigation matters.
- •Coordinate with external counsel, including managing document discovery, drafting hold notices, and tracking case progress and budgets.
- •Conduct legal research and draft memos on issues related to user disputes, regulatory inquiries, and potential claims.
- •Support the development and implementation of internal processes to mitigate litigation risk.
- •Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including: Vendor and supplier agreements, Technology and SaaS licenses, Marketing and partnership agreements, Non-disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Basic service terms for users Support senior counsel on more complex negotiations (e.g., banking, data, and strategic partnerships).
- •Help maintain and organize the company’s contract management system.
- •Monitor and research evolving laws and regulations affecting cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech, and financial services in our key jurisdictions.
- •Assist in preparing legal advisories and compliance guidance for business teams on new products, features, and marketing initiatives.
- •Support the company’s licensing and registration efforts globally.
- •Provide support on corporate governance matters for the company and its subsidiaries.
- •Assist in the preparation of materials for board and shareholder meetings, including resolutions, minutes, and presentations.
- •Help maintain corporate records, statutory books, and corporate registrations.
- •Support the company’s data privacy compliance program under regulations like the DPA, GDPR, CCPA, and others.
- •Assist in reviewing and updating privacy policies, cookie notices, and data processing agreements (DPAs).
- •Help conduct privacy impact assessments for new projects and products.
- •Other related tasks that may be assigned by the line manager.
- •What we expect from you Law degree from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in the Philippines 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, preferably at a reputable law firm or in-house at a technology, financial services, or fintech company.
- •Candidates with a strong demonstrated interest in crypto and a stellar academic record will be considered.
- •Solid foundational knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and litigation procedures.
- •Exposure to, or strong interest in, financial regulations, cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and data privacy laws.
- •Tech-Savvy: A genuine interest in and understanding of technology, cryptocurrency, and blockchain.
- •Business-Minded: Ability to understand business objectives and provide practical, risk-based legal advice.
- •Proactive & Agile: A self-starter who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment with a "get things done" attitude.
- •Exceptional Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- •Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail in drafting, research, and process management.
- •Team Player: Collaborative spirit with a willingness to learn and support colleagues at all levels.
Required skills
Contract LawCorporate LawLitigation ProceduresCommunication SkillsLegal ResearchDraftingNegotiationData PrivacyComplianceLegal Advisory
Nice-to-have skills
Tech-SavvyBusiness-MindedProactiveAgileDetail-OrientedTeam Player
Domain expertise
FintechCryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesBlockchain Technology
Tech stack
GoRustAWS