Lead Litigation Counsel - Global

Responsibilities

• Lead the orchestration and resolution of ongoing disputes.
• Develop and execute a legal strategy to proactively respond to contentious inquiries, including litigation issues and regulatory conundrums, faced by our organization and internal stakeholders.
• Act as the key liaison with external legal counsel, confidently navigating negotiations with opposing parties.
• Deliver proactive, strategic, and commercially viable legal guidance to all internal stakeholders, fostering a comprehensive understanding of complex legal landscapes.
• Head the development and execution of a holistic legal strategy to manage potential disputes, while seamlessly aligning with the broader business objectives of the organization.
• Take full ownership of the drafting and review process for major litigation and arbitration documents, including discovery responses, dispositive motions, expert reports, and settlement agreements.
• Collaboratively engage with cross-functional and regional teams, providing expert advice on diverse legal matters of varying complexity, sensitivity, and importance.
• Act as a mentor to foster the growth of legal acumen across the organization through training sessions designed for business partners and non-legal associates.
• Prudently identify, manage, and mitigate risks within the broader business framework, advising on and implementing innovative solutions to address identified challenges.
• Oversee the administrative aspects of the legal team's operations, including but not limited to billing, contract management, and document control.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12-15 years' experience in litigation and investigations, ideally within the technology or financial services sectors.
• Significant international experience (APAC, EMEA) is advantageous.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in spearheading extensive legal operations and managing high-stakes litigation.
• Possess excellent mastery of the English language, both in written and spoken form.
• Proficiency in other European languages will be considered an asset.
• Manifest the ability to excel in a high-intensity, dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility in managing multiple high-priority tasks concurrently.
• Experience in dealing effectively with regulatory inquiries, processing information requests, and leading investigations is a significant advantage.
• Display a keen interest in the cryptocurrency industry and its evolving landscape.
• Exhibit solid legal technical expertise coupled with astute business acumen and people management skills.
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach to work, showcasing independence in steering complex project management.
• Have the ability to ideate and implement innovative solutions to manage risks and navigate disputes.
• Possess excellent legal drafting abilities and strong skills in interpreting diverse legal documents and laws.