Corporate Legal Counsel Job at Ledger (Paris)

Job Description

Corporate Legal Counsel within the Corporate & Compliance Legal Team, reporting directly to the Corporate & Compliance Principal. Central pillar supporting Ledger's operational and corporate integrity across its global footprint. Requires deep expertise in French corporate and companies law and meticulous attention to detail. Plays direct role in maintaining company's compliance framework, supporting key Board of Directors and shareholder decisions, and ensuring legal foundation is solid for continued hyper-growth in Web3 space.

Job Responsibility

Lead the preparation and execution of the Shareholders General Meetings
Contribute to the preparation of all legal documentation and support for the Board of Directors and its Committees
Handle the setting up of new subsidiaries and branches as well as day-to-day corporate management of Ledger's French and foreign subsidiaries
Contribute to the structuring and management of Ledger equity incentive programs
Be the main legal point of contact for statutory auditors, external advisors and other experts for corporate matters
Contribute to the oversight and management of operational legal instruments
Serve as point of contact for various company law support
Contribute to management of relevant policies, processes, guidelines, templates, training and best practices
Provide assistance on investors' or KYC/AML requests
Contribute to various missions of the Corporate & Compliance Team

Requirements

At least 8 years of robust legal experience gained either in-house at a technology-driven company and/or within a law firm
Proven track record across a diverse range of Corporate matters including expertise in Corporate management of a French company
Master 2 degree in Corporate and Companies Law (or equivalent: DJCE, etc.) obtained from a French university is mandatory
Additional degree obtained in an English-speaking country will be a plus
Experience in the context of cross-border reorganizations or M&A transactions would be a plus
Pragmatism and strategic thinking capable of navigating ambiguity in a nascent industry
Proactive, self-motivated, and resilient with strong organizational skills
Foundational understanding of blockchain technology and Web3 or demonstrated strong aptitude for quickly learning new complex technologies
English and French proficiency is mandatory for exemplary written and verbal communication, drafting, and presentation skills

Nice to have

Additional degree obtained in an English-speaking country
Experience in cross-border reorganizations or M&A transactions

What we offer

Flexible work options with hybrid policy allowing work from home up to 3 times per week
Health and Life Insurance
Financial growth opportunities including employee shareholding
Commuter allowance
Comprehensive Learning & Development suite with personalised learning experience

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