Head of Legal - Remote

Overview

Chorus One is seeking a Head of Legal to build and lead their legal team while navigating a complex and evolving regulatory environment in the blockchain sector.

In Short

• Lead and scale the legal team in alignment with business objectives.
• Advise leadership on legal and regulatory risk, governance, and compliance.
• Own all commercial legal work, including drafting and negotiating agreements.
• Monitor global regulations affecting digital assets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments.
• Manage external counsel on specialized legal matters.
• Proactively assess risk and develop compliance frameworks.
• Foster a collaborative culture within the organization.
• Embrace remote flexibility and work from anywhere.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of legal practice, with at least 3 years in crypto/blockchain.
• Deep expertise in regulatory compliance and contract negotiation.
• Solid grasp of staking, DeFi, and global digital asset regulation.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and sound judgment.
• Proactive and independent work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with stock options.
• Annual learning budget for professional development.
• Collaborative culture with regular team retreats.
• Remote work flexibility with coworking budget.
• Paid parental leave.
• Local employment options in over 150 countries.