Head of Legal - Remote

Overview

Octant is a platform developed under the Golem Foundation, designed to reimagine funding mechanisms for public goods in the Web3 ecosystem. We sit at the intersection of decentralization, open-source coordination, and blockchain innovation. Our mission is to empower communities and prioritize public good funding through novel governance and incentive systems.

In Short

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal counsel on traditional and decentralized governance structures related to the Golem Foundation and Octant.
• Advise on regulatory and compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assess the legal implications of new product, technical and business initiatives, especially those involving cross-border components.
• Closely cooperate with business and product teams as well as the project leadership on resolving the challenges they may face.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant developments in crypto regulation, DAOs, and digital asset law.
• Ensure legal frameworks support public goods funding, open-source contributions, and decentralization principles.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel in various countries.

Requirements

• 5+ years of legal experience, preferably in Web3, fintech, or tech startups.
• Expertise in international corporate law and digital asset regulations.
• Familiarity with DAO governance structures and decentralized legal frameworks.
• Experience in legal advisory on digital products.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex contracts.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Proactive approach and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• JD or equivalent legal degree and bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.

Benefits

• Work in a pioneering company at the forefront of Web3 technology.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Collaborate with a passionate and innovative team.
• Opportunity to shape the future of public goods funding.
• Engage in meaningful work that impacts communities.