Senior Legal Counsel

The ideal candidate combines strong technical legal expertise with a commercial mindset, discretion, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

Investments & Transactions

• Provide legal support for investments, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic partnerships
• Structure and review investment vehicles, shareholder agreements, term sheets, and transaction documentation
• Conduct and oversee legal due diligence for new investment opportunities
• Advise on risk assessment and mitigation related to investment activities

Corporate Structuring & Governance

• Design and maintain efficient corporate and ownership structures across multiple jurisdictions
• Advise on restructuring, reorganizations, and cross-border legal frameworks
• Support governance matters at holding and operating entity levels
• Coordinate with external advisors, law firms, and corporate service providers globally

Legal Advisory to Founder

• Act as a primary legal advisor to the Board-level stakeholders, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance
• Translate complex legal matters into clear recommendations for strategic decisions
• Anticipate legal risks and proactively propose solutions

Dispute Resolution & Representation

• Manage disputes and claims, including court representation when required
• Oversee litigation strategy, settlement negotiations, and enforcement matters
• Coordinate with external counsel and represent interests in legal proceedings where appropriate

Compliance & Risk Oversight

• Monitor legal and regulatory risks across jurisdictions
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate, commercial, and investment-related regulations
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the Board-level stakeholders’s personal and business interests

• Fully qualified lawyer (LLB / JD or equivalent); additional certifications are a plus
• 10+ years of experience in corporate, investment, or commercial law
• Strong background in:
  • Investments & M&A
  • Corporate structuring (including cross-border setups)
  • Shareholder and governance matters
• Experience representing clients in courts or dispute proceedings
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex matters end-to-end
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and integrity
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
• Fluent English (additional languages are an advantage)

• Direct collaboration with Board-level stakeholders on high-impact strategic matters
• Exposure to diverse international structures and investment projects
• High level of autonomy and trust
• Competitive compensation aligned with seniority and responsibility
• Fully remote work with flexible structure