Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hyphen Connect is a crypto-native investment fund at the frontier of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). They are seeking a Head of Legal to architect global fund structures and navigate the intersection of traditional finance and blockchain technology.
Responsibilities
- Lead the legal design and maintenance of investment vehicles across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring they are optimized for crypto-native institutional and retail participation
- Develop and oversee a robust compliance framework that addresses AML/KYC requirements, securities laws, and evolving regulatory mandates in key global markets
- Manage the legal lifecycle of deal flows, from reviewing SAFEs/SAFTs and token purchase agreements to overseeing complex DeFi-native investment strategies
- Act as the primary point of contact for regulators and external counsel, staying ahead of legislative changes that impact DeFi and digital asset management
- Establish internal legal protocols for treasury management, employee incentive schemes (token options), and corporate governance
Skills
- 10+ years of legal experience, with a significant portion spent in Investment Management (Hedge Funds, PE, or VC)
- Proven track record in a Senior Legal role within the crypto/Web3 sector
- Deep knowledge of global securities laws and the regulatory landscape for DeFi
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree and active bar membership in good standing
- Experience with cross-border tax structuring and offshore fund jurisdictions (e.g., Cayman, BVI, Singapore, etc.)
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