WORK FROM ANYWHERE, IMPACT EVERYWHERE

Diversity is at the heart of who we are at Xapo Bank. We’re a fully distributed team of over 140 Xapiens that work remotely from 40+ countries around the world.
Our beginning: A world that enjoys economic freedom and wealth protection, no matter where you live or who is running your country.
To achieve that, we search the world for the best people for the job. We work hard, think globally, and inspire each other to learn and grow. We are committed to changing the way things are done.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Legal Counsel you will be responsible for supporting our legal team particularly in the areas of conducting research, reviewing documentation, contracts, engagement terms, analysing complex legal information and summarising findings in clear, concise reports. This role is instrumental in allowing the Legal team and Xapo to make informed decisions.

SKILLS NEEDED

• Experience: 5+ years PQE within the Financial Services (primarily banking, payments and DLT) industry, with a Fintech and Blockchain focus ideally.
• Qualification: UK qualified lawyer or equivalent but with practice and experience in the UK or Gibraltar.
• Skills: Demonstrated analytical and research abilities. The capacity to analyse complex legal issues and conduct thorough legal research is crucial. This involves sifting through large amounts of information, and distilling it into something manageable and understandable.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to find creative solutions to complex legal problems. This requires innovative thinking and a proactive approach.
• Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Technological Proficiency: Our work involves various technologies and infrastructure. Familiarity with these tools and ability to interact with a global team digitally is important.
• Project Management: Ability to lead a project, interact across product, risk, finance and other teams within the group, and to have some business development skills.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A dedicated workspace.
• A reliable internet connection with the fastest speed possible in your area.
• Devices and other essential equipment that meet minimal technical specifications.
• Alignment with Our Values and the Xapo Values-Driven Leadership principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct in-depth legal research on a wide range of legal topics and areas of law.
• Review legal documentation and information relevant to the Financial Services, Fintech, and Blockchain spaces.
• Assessing and implementing standards relating to the consumer duty principle, financial promotion rules, and reviewing and assessing client facing communications.
• Dealing with any issues that arise from a members’ perspective.
• Analyse this information and provide concise reports based on findings.
• Provide recommendations and sound legal advice based on research findings.