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Feb 11, 2023

General Counsel

  • Evmos
  • United States, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands
Legal

Job description

Evmos is the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) Hub on Cosmos and enables developers to launch apps that run smart contracts across any number of EVM and Cosmos-based blockchains. It makes that process as simple and seamless as possible by allowing developers to continue creating apps in programming languages they’re already accustomed to in the Ethereum ecosystem such as Solidity or Vyper. 

Evmos opens a new frontier for blockchain applications, expanding the functionality of the EVM by enabling cross-chain applications that tap the liquidity and user bases of multiple blockchain ecosystems to provide more unified experiences.

This is an opportunity to join Evmos at a pivotal time on our growth journey. Having just raised $27m in funding from investors including Polychain Capital, Coinbase Ventures and Circle Ventures, Evmos is now poised to accelerate towards our goal of becoming the playground for Ethereum Apps in the Cosmos ecosystem.

About the Role: 

We're seeking a talented and experienced General Counsel to become the legal powerhouse of our team. As our go-to legal expert, you will keep us protected and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. With your exceptional skills in managing legal proceedings, drafting and reviewing contracts, and representing the company, you will be our trusted advisor and advocate in any legal matter. With a strong understanding of securities (US), licensing, and the dynamics of emerging growth companies and venture capital, you will also serve as the face of the company to investors and regulators. Join us in driving our mission forward with confidence and assurance!

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the company's corporate structure across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
  • Support fundraising and transactions in corporate law.
  • Negotiate and draft commercial contracts, including customer and supplier agreements, and provide legal guidance on new initiatives.
  • Conduct legal reviews of Evmos' products and services and advise on necessary changes for compliance.
  • Manage vendor agreements, corporate resolutions, operating agreements, and other governance documents.
  • Respond to legal inquiries and requests from external stakeholders.
  • Monitor changes in the legal landscape and advise the company on potential risks.
  • Represent the company in legal proceedings and manage entity compliance.

You may be a fit for this role if you have:

  • Practical experience in securities (US), licensing, and emerging growth companies and venture capital.
  • Minimum of four years of experience in a crypto practice.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, a highly analytical mindset, and strategic thinking ability.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in crypto regulation.
  • Experience from a top-tier law firm, or in a corporate or in-house legal role at a technology or financial services company.
  • Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

Below is a list of company benefits available to Evmos employees. We are constantly updating them as part of the regular feedback cycle from the team. Please reach out to us if you have a special requirement when applying to a position and we will happily take it into consideration.

  • Competitive salary, plus token package
  • Fitness and mental health/mindfulness stipends
  • All necessary equipment, tech, and office setup
  • Global co-work membership (for remote employees)
  • Full Health Care coverage
  • Quarterly team off-sites and retreats
  • Full reimbursement for ecosystem conferences (travel, accommodation, and tickets)
  • Continuous learning stipends / Educational budget
  • Transportation stipends, eg: Bike, public transportation, Uber / cab (in case of work-related or after-hour traveling)
  • Unlimited vacation policy for full-time employees
  • PTO and situation-specific support
  • Maternity and paternity leave
 
 
 
Evmos
About Evmos

About Evmos

Our goal is to bring the world of Ethereum-based applications and assets to the interoperable networks of the Cosmos ecosystem while aligning developer and user incentives and aiming to innovate in the space of EVM and interchain composability.

Company Culture

We believe working at Evmos will push your limits and enable you to work with amazing people. We believe learning and communication are equally as valuable as engineering and design talent. Our team is currently distributed across the Americas and Europe.

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