Legal Counsel
Wintermute is a prominent company specializing in crypto-native algorithmic trading within digital assets. We engage in providing liquidity algorithmically across diverse crypto exchanges, offering OTC trading solutions, and assisting notable blockchain projects and financial institutions transitioning into the crypto sphere. An essential segment of Wintermute, Wintermute Ventures, invests in early-stage DeFi projects.
Established in 2017, Wintermute has adeptly navigated industry cycles, blending the technological standards of high-frequency trading firms from traditional markets with the innovative, entrepreneurial ethos of technology startups. Manifesting a strong belief in the transformative potential of blockchain technology, we exhibit a long-term vision cast upon the dynamic digital asset market, prioritizing innovation and regulatory compliance.
Role Overview:
We seek an adept Legal Counsel to support Wintermute's operations in OTC and on-exchange trading. The ideal candidate should possess experience in either digital asset markets or traditional financial sectors, adaptable to the dynamic nature of Wintermute’s business and the unique challenges inherent in the cryptocurrency domain. This role entails close collaboration with various departments internally and encompasses all pertinent jurisdictions where Wintermute operates.
Main Responsibilities:
- Spearhead legal-commercial negotiations, drafting and negotiating agreements pertaining to business activities like OTC, liquidity provision, exchange trading, and other related areas.
- Conduct regulatory research and provide compliance guidance, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements across jurisdictions and offering support for financial regulatory compliance.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of effective processes and tools required for cross-departmental collaboration and regulatory compliance.
- Engage in diverse legal projects spanning commercial disputes, litigations, employment issues, and corporate matters as necessary.
Key Skill Requirements:
- 2-5 years of legal experience from top-tier law firms or in-house roles, ideally focusing on financial services, fintech, or crypto.
- Proficiency in commercial law concerning financial services, including OTC agreements, lending agreements, financial services contracts, and trading agreements.
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks related to proprietary trading and financial services, with deeper knowledge in key jurisdictions such as the UK, Singapore, US, and Europe being advantageous.
- Curiosity and willingness to swiftly grasp new legal and business concepts, particularly in algorithmic trading and decentralized finance.
- Strong interest in the crypto industry and a keen eye for detail and commercial problem-solving.
- Proficiency in MS Office and readiness to adopt new tools as required, e.g., Google Suite, CRM, and CLM platforms.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- Involvement in a highly innovative trading firm.
- Engaging projects offering accelerated growth opportunities.
- Vibrant work culture with team events, outings, and a dedicated office space.
- Informal, professional, and collaborative company culture with a startup vibe.
- Performance-based compensation with standard perks like pension and private health insurance.