Legal Counsel

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About Arbitrum Foundation

The Arbitrum Foundation is dedicated to scaling Ethereum through cutting-edge Layer 2 solutions. Our flagship product, Arbitrum One, an Optimistic Rollup, enables faster, more affordable transactions while maintaining Ethereum’s security and decentralization. We empower developers to build decentralized applications (dApps) that are both scalable and secure, using Arbitrum chains, which offer flexibility in performance and cost. Our mission is to enhance the Ethereum ecosystem and drive the adoption of Web3 technology by delivering high-performance, open-source blockchain solutions. Arbitrum is already the leading Ethereum scaling solution with hundreds of dApps on the platform and over $13bn TVL.

At the Arbitrum Foundation, we value decentralization, innovation, and community. We are committed to shaping the future of decentralized finance and blockchain technology, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us build the next generation of the Web.

Your Role

As a Legal Counsel, you will work closely with our legal team and support various legal functions within the organization.

Your Responsibilities

• Assisting in legal research, contract review, and analysis of regulatory requirements
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents and agreements
• Collaborating with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies
• Keeping abreast of legal developments in the blockchain and crypto space
• Providing legal guidance to internal stakeholders

Requirements

• A law degree and a strong academic record
• Qualified legal experience practicing law
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Knowledge or a strong interest in blockchain technology and the crypto industry
• The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and analytical skills

Arbitrum Foundation Perks

The Arbitrum Foundation's benefits program is designed to prioritize the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation package offers a range of benefits for all full-time employees:

• Remote first global workforce
• Industry-leading healthcare insurance
• Home office set-up allowance
• Wellbeing allowance
• Growth / continuing education allowance
• Flexible time off
• Company-issued laptop

The Arbitrum Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. The Arbitrum Foundation is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the recruitment process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility needs.

If you believe you're a strong candidate but don’t meet every requirement listed in the job description, we still encourage you to reach out. We’d love the opportunity to connect and explore how you could be a great fit for the role.

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Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet