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PAPEL

<div>Who We Are
At Papel Holdings, we&rsquo;re not just another Fintech company. We&rsquo;re on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we&rsquo;re transforming how people interact with money.
Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you&rsquo;re someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you&rsquo;ll fit right in.
If this resonates with you, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that&rsquo;s changing how we interact with money and wealth.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
As General Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal advisor to the company, providing Legal&rsquo;s commercial-corporate and regulatory leadership across all business functions. You&rsquo;ll be responsible for managing legal risk, navigating regulatory environments, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international financial services regulations and laws. You&rsquo;ll also be instrumental in technology procurement, corporate governance, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and the full suite of contracts related to product development.
RESPONSIBILITIES<ul>
<li>Serve as the company&rsquo;s principal legal advisor, managing all legal matters, including corporate, commercial, regulatory, employment, and intellectual property.</li>
<li>Oversee legal risk management and compliance with applicable financial regulations.</li>
<li>Advise on licensing applications related to payments, lending, digital assets, or digital banking.</li>
<li>Lead and negotiate key commercial agreements, including partnerships and vendor contracts.</li>
<li>Advise the Board of Directors and executive leadership on legal strategy, governance, and best practices.</li>
<li>Manage external counsel relationships and legal budget. This includes &ldquo;magic circle&rdquo; and local counsel in other jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Build and lead an in-house legal team as the company grows.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>JD or LLB from an accredited law school. Ideally in the top-20 globally by QS rankings or similar</li>
<li>10+ years of PQE legal experience, with a strong background in TMT, payments, and financial services</li>
<li>Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to FinTech (e.g., AML/KYC, sanctions, digital assets, Travel Rule, data privacy)</li>
<li>Experience negotiating complex contracts and advising on corporate transactions</li>
<li>Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at the executive level</li>
<li>Operationally strong and also a strategic thinker</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul>
<li>Financial services and data protection certifications.</li>
<li>Ideally, prior experience at regulated entities and a fintech startup.</li>
<li>International legal experience and cross-border regulations; interfacing with notaries public.</li>
</ul>Benefits<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Discretionary bonus</li>
<li>Comprehensive Healthcare</li></ul></div>

General Counsel - FinTech

Worley

<div>
 
 Building on our past. Ready for the future
 
 
 
 Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.
 
 
 Right now, we&rsquo;re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.
 
 
 We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.
 
 
 
 Purpose
 
 
 
 Senior legal professional within the EMEA Legal team and responsible for developing and implementing legal and contracting strategies. May lead or contribute to cross-functional projects. Develops and supports policies, procedures, and training programs aligned with organizational goals. Provides advice, interpretation, and guidance to senior management and officers regarding a variety of legal and contractual topics.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Senior-level lawyer with substantial relevant experience, knowledge and skill in reviewing, drafting and negotiating large EPC or EPCM contracts and providing support, post award.
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 Train, coach and mentor more junior attorneys in the EMEA region, or within the wider company, in the matters of their specific knowledge and/or experience.
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 Potential to act as the legal business partner for a Global Operations SVP, providing advice and guidance to the Global Operations SVP and their leadership teams regarding contracts, risks to the business and various legal and business matters.
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 Reports to the General Counsel EMEA and collaborates closely with senior leadership, regional generalist attorneys, CoE teams, MPP/strategic teams, and cross-functional teams to manage legal risk, support business objectives, and build legal capability across the EMEA.
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 Review and negotiate complex customer contracts within the EMEA region.
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 Handle and resolve complex matters in collaboration with the relevant CoE teams.
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 As the capture team Legal lead, advise Major Projects capture teams on contractual and other legal risks and issues and by drafting, reviewing and negotiating the relevant contract.
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 As the Legal lead, advise Major Projects in the execution stage by providing legal advice regarding change management, commercial issues and potential claims and disputes with the customer and third parties.
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 Participate in the Major Projects and/or Construction &amp; EPC Working Groups in collaboration with the relevant GC&rsquo;s.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What You Will Bring
 
 
 
 
 Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
 
 
 
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 Relevant years of experience, with in-house experience preferred.
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 Decision Making: Makes strategic decisions with broad impact across functions and regions. Advises senior leadership on legal risk and business strategy.
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 Supervision Received: Operates with broad authority and minimal supervision; expected to lead initiatives and influence direction.
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 Supervision Authority: May lead legal or cross-functional teams or task forces on a project basis.
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 Communication: Highly effective communicator both orally and in writing; presents complex strategies to senior management; influences decision-making and drives alignment.
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 Systems, Processes &amp; Tools: May lead development of legal tools, templates, and training programs.
 
 
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 Required
 
 
 
 
 Education &ndash; Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:
 
 
 
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 Requires a Juris Doctor (JD) or legal degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in at least one Worley jurisdiction, to the extent legally required in the relevant jurisdiction.
 
 
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 Preferred
 
 
 
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 Experience in a global or matrixed organization preferred.
 
 
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 Moving forward together
 
 
 
 We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
 
 
 And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
 
 
 Whatever your ambition, there&rsquo;s a path for you here. And there&rsquo;s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
 
 Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 
 
 Worley
 
 
 
 Primary Location
 
 
 
 GBR-GL-London
 
 
 
 Other Locations
 
 
 
 Saudi Arabia, Qatar, GBR-SWE-Bristol, GBR-AC-Aberdeen, ARE-DUB-Dubai City, ARE-AD-Abu Dhabi City, NLD-SH-The Hague, GBR-WY-Leeds, GBR-GC-Glasgow, GBR-NWE-Manchester
 
 
 
 Job
 
 
 
 Counsel
 
 
 
 Schedule
 
 
 
 Full-time
 
 
 
 Employment Type
 
 
 
 Employee
 
 
 
 Management Level
 
 
 
 Director
 
 
 
 Job Posting
 
 
 
 Oct 6, 2025
 
 
 
 Unposting Date
 
 
 
 Nov 6, 2025
 
 
 
 Reporting Manager Title
 
 
 
 General Counsel EMEA
</div>

Senior Associate General Counsel – Major Projects EMEA

Allied Vision Buildings

We&rsquo;re Hiring &ndash; Legal Counsel (2&ndash;3 Years UAE Experience)Allied Vision is looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team in the UAE.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal advice and support on corporate, commercial, and labor law matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE laws and regulations.</li><li>Advise management on risk assessment and legal strategies.</li><li>Liaise with external counsel when required.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;3 years of legal practice within the UAE.</li><li>Strong understanding of UAE labor and corporate laws.</li><li>Excellent communication and drafting skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.</li></ul>How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, please send your CV to: admin@alliedvisionme.comJob Type: Full-time

Legal Counsel

Wego.com

<div>
 
 About Wego:
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re on a mission to help people discover the real value of travel &mdash; to inspire, to give more reasons, to make it easy &mdash; for you to travel. Our company was founded back in 2005, and since then, we&rsquo;ve imagined and created some of the most well-loved products for travelers all around the world.
 
 
 Today, Wego is the number one travel metasearch engine in the Middle East. There are millions of users on Wego every month &mdash; people who travel for adventure, for work, for family, and for many other reasons. That&rsquo;s why we work tirelessly to make your experience of planning &amp; booking flights, hotels, and trips as seamless as possible.
 
 
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our growing team. As we continue expanding across the Middle East and beyond &mdash; with the goal of an eventual IPO &mdash; this role will be critical in providing expert legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic initiatives.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have strong experience in corporate and commercial law, a deep understanding of the GCC and broader Middle East legal environment, and exposure to capital markets and IPO readiness processes. Arabic language skills are highly desirable given the regional focus of our operations.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Legal Support:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Advise on general corporate matters, governance, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions (primarily GCC, expanding to other markets).
 </li>
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 Support corporate structuring, new entity setups, and licensing activities as we expand geographically.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Contract Management:
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, NDAs, SaaS agreements, and service contracts.
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 Advise internal stakeholders on contract terms, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 External Parties Engagement:
 
 
 
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 Lead legal negotiations with external vendors, partners, and service providers.
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 Liaise with external counsel as necessary, ensuring cost-effective and strategic engagement.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 IPO and Capital Markets Preparation:
 
 
 
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 Support leadership in IPO readiness efforts, including corporate governance reviews, due diligence processes, disclosure obligations, and regulatory filings.
 </li>
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 Coordinate with external advisors (investment banks, auditors, legal advisors) as part of IPO preparations.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Risk and Compliance:
 
 
 
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 Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations across the GCC and key target expansion markets.
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 Develop and maintain internal policies, templates, and best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Internal Advisory:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Act as a trusted advisor to business units, providing proactive legal insights to enable strategic decision-making.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; Master's degree or professional certifications are a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 5&ndash;8+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a mix of top-tier law firm and in-house corporate experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid experience in corporate, commercial contracts, and regulatory law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of legal frameworks in the GCC and broader Middle East region.
 </li>
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 Experience supporting IPO processes or capital markets transactions is highly desirable.
 </li>
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 Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and spoken) is preferred.
 </li>
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 Exposure to other emerging markets (e.g., North Africa, South Asia) is a plus.
 </li>
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
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 Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risks and business priorities.
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 </ul>
</div>

Pennell Hart

<div>
 
 
 Corporate and Commercial lawyers, Dubai
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently recruiting for various senior legal positions within leading UAE holding companies whose headquarters are based in Dubai. All the positions offer excellent scope for growth, exposure to strategic projects, and the chance to work within high-profile, respected businesses.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Positions:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 These are diverse roles that require a solution focused attitude and the ability to work confidently with senior members of the team, subsidiaries and various business units / departments on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting to the respective General Counsel, you will be responsible for negotiating, reviewing, and drafting a wide range of commercial documents, which would include financing documents, joint venture agreements, share purchase agreements, leases, IT / IP license agreements and concession agreements. This is a varied role, and applicants must be able to demonstrate their willingness to take on different projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 These roles will not only allow you to work on a variety of interesting contracts but offers a great opportunity for those looking to take a step up and deal with more complex work.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Does this sound like you?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will be a Common Law qualified lawyer and have started their career and spent at least 3 years with a well-known international law firm, additional in-house experience within a large multinational or a large regional corporate is essential. You will ideally already be based in the UAE with at least a year of regional experience. We are able to consider candidates between 5 and 8 years PQE (UK equivalent).
 
 
 
 
 
 For further information, please contact Bronwyn Le Roux at Pennell Hart. All applications are treated in the strictest of confidence. Please note, should you profile not match the criteria your application may not be acknowledged.
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Venture Search

<div>
 
 
 Legal Counsel &ndash; Family Office &ndash; Dubai
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are working with a well-established and diversified family office headquartered in Dubai, who is seeking to appoint a
 
 
 Legal Counsel to join their growing team. This is a key role providing legal and regulatory support across the group&rsquo;s parent entity and subsidiaries, ensuring compliance and protecting the company&rsquo;s interests in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted advisor across the business, offering practical legal guidance on a wide range of matters including corporate, commercial, real estate, and regulatory issues. The successful candidate will play an integral role in drafting and negotiating contracts, supporting business units on day-to-day legal matters, managing risk, and ensuring that group activities comply with UAE laws and applicable free zone regulations (DIFC and ADGM).
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be expected to work closely with senior leadership and operational teams, providing pragmatic, business-focused legal solutions that enable growth while safeguarding the company&rsquo;s assets and reputation. This role offers exposure to high-value real estate and investment projects, corporate structuring, and cross-border regulatory matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
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 Provide day-to-day legal advisory support across multiple business units and subsidiaries.
 </li>
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, leases, and procurement agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on corporate governance, structuring, and M&amp;A activity.
 </li>
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 Support real estate and development projects, ensuring compliance with property and construction laws.
 </li>
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 Advise on regulatory compliance across UAE mainland, DIFC, and ADGM jurisdictions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the resolution of commercial, contractual, and real estate disputes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate legal considerations into operational decision-making.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from a reputable institution.
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 <li>
 5&ndash;8 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience in the UAE, with exposure to corporate, commercial, and real estate law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience within real estate, investment groups, or family offices is highly desirable.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of UAE mainland law and free zone frameworks (DIFC/ADGM).
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts and legal documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercially astute, solutions-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
 
 
</div>

1inch

<div>
 1inch is the DeFi ecosystem building financial freedom for everyone. 1inch products help users and builders trade, hold and track digital assets - with the self-custody, comprehensive security and the intuitive user experience they need to unlock the potential of true crypto ownership. 1inch protocols and APIs provide core infrastructure across the DeFi industry and beyond.
 
 
 So if you&rsquo;re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team.
 
 
 
 Location: We hire with a focus on Dubai and Europe. For this role, we prefer candidates who are either based in Dubai or working remotely within +/- 4 hours GST time.
 
 
 
 We are seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented Intellectual Property (IP) lawyer to join our global legal team. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you'll be instrumental in safeguarding and leveraging the company's IP portfolio, while supporting broader corporate legal needs, including M&amp;A, reorganisations, and governance.
 
 
 You'll take the lead on structuring IP protections across our technology stack, coordinating IP elements in strategic transactions, and overseeing day-to-day corporate legal documentation. You'll need to be highly collaborative, practical, and able to work autonomously, balancing legal risk with commercial realities. This position requires you to work closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, IT, finance, and marketing in multiple jurisdictions to ensure our innovations are protected and our group structure evolves efficiently and compliantly.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Manage and grow the company's global IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. You'll also advise on open-source licensing, brand protection, and coordinate with external counsel for global filings and enforcement
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on IP structuring in M&amp;A deals and group reorganisations, supporting due diligence and integration. You'll also draft and review a range of general commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and service agreements
 </li>
 <li>
 Help implement policies and controls related to legal and IP risk, and support board and shareholder processes across jurisdictions
 </li>
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 Work closely with engineering, finance, and other business stakeholders to educate them on best practices for IP, licensing, and contract management, while providing clear legal advice under time pressure
 
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 
 
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 7+ years of legal experience, with a focus on IP, ideally a mix of law firm and in-house at technology companies
 </li>
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 Managed patent strategy and portfolio development, including working with engineers to identify patentable innovations, draft technical disclosures, and guide applications through national and international filing procedures
 </li>
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 Proven track record supporting M&amp;A and group reorganizations from an IP perspective
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 Familiarity with global entity structuring, general corporate contracts and governance
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 Bonus: developed internal frameworks for IP identification and inventor contribution workflows in scaling tech organisations
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 Bonus: led end-to-end patent prosecution lifecycle including prior art searches, claim drafting, office action responses, and coordination with local agents across key jurisdictions (e.g., USPTO, EPO)
 
 
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
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 Strong command of IP law across jurisdictions (especially patent in the US)
 </li>
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 Able to see high level strategies and goals and dive into details to deliver creative, pragmatic solutions based on weighted risk analysis, and translate legal obligations into operational processes and controls
 </li>
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 Skilled at navigating legal ambiguity in fast-changing technical environments while managing multiple important initiatives under time pressure
 </li>
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 Excellent critical thinking, synthesis and communications skills and able to persuade and influence internal and external stakeholders
 </li>
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 Familiarity with crypto, DeFi or open-source ecosystems (bonus)
 
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Why work with us?
 
 
 
 
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 Join a dynamic, creative team in a fast-paced and supportive environment
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 Innovation and Collaboration in web3 tech are core to our success
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 We&rsquo;re open to new ideas &mdash; if you&rsquo;ve got a vision, pitch it and make it happen
 </li>
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 Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience
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 Be part of a company that&rsquo;s shaping the future of DeFi
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 Take time when you need it &mdash; we offer unlimited vacation days
 </li>
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 Get fully compensated for your work gear &mdash; we&rsquo;ll set you up for success
 </li>
 <li>
 Travel with us! We host an annual team retreat at a top international location
 </li>
 <li>
 Click here to explore what life is like working at 1inch Labs!
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

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