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Head of Legal (Regulatory and Compliance)

Tonkeeper

Tonkeeper

Legal · Full-time
Remote
Posted on Oct 25, 2024

Tonkeeper is a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet for the TON blockchain, accessible on your mobile phone. Our non-custodial wallets provide safe storage of cryptocurrency, allowing users to buy, send and receive cryptocurrency and NFTs with ease.

What makes Tonkeeper one of the most successful crypto wallets in the market today:

  • Fast transaction speed and interconnected ecosystem (infrastructure, games, DeFi) driving exponential growth.
  • We give access to a wide range of DeFi services including lending, staking and trading.
  • Millions of users worldwide.
  • We’re adding new features and exploring new applications daily.

Now we're looking for a Head of Legal (Regulatory and Compliance) to join our legal team.

Responsibilities:

  • Regulatory research & advisory: Conduct in-depth research on global regulations, working with external advisors to guide senior management and product teams on legal implications.
  • Risk identification & solutions: Proactively identify regulatory risks, recommend solutions, and support the business in maintaining compliance.
  • Implementation of regulations: Translate regulatory requirements into actionable steps, ensuring seamless integration into business practices.
  • Compliance reviews: Lead reviews of new projects, ensuring they meet all legal and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor crypto regulations: Stay updated on evolving cryptocurrency laws and keep the business informed of key changes.
  • Policy development: Implement and maintain compliance policies, ensuring they align with current regulations and business objectives.
  • External relations: Build relationships with regulatory bodies and manage external counsel as needed.
  • Hiring a high-performing team and Building effective workflows.

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience (10 + years) in financial law and compliance in a financial institution.
  • A higher education and a degree in law.
  • Interest in blockchain.
  • Excellent knowledge and experience of identifying compliance risks and potential vulnerabilities, advising on best practices to effectively and efficiently address those findings.
  • Strong understanding of international regulations, particularly in the UK, EU.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to grasp new ideas and concepts quickly and use them effectively.
  • Excellent command of the English language.

Compensation & perks:

  • Competitive salary & bonuses Rewards that reflect your value.
  • Remote working.
  • Generous time off: Paid holidays, personal days, and mental health days.
  • Learning & Development Access to courses, learning budgets, and career growth opportunities.
  • Collaborative culture: Work in a diverse, high-performing team that values innovation.
  • Team-building events.
  • Work-life balance: Flexible hours and support for a healthy balance.
Tonkeeper is an equal opportunity employer.

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