Lead Legal Counsel, Odin

• You're an intellectually curious problem solver. Your strong desire to understand complex issues deeply means you come up with creative solutions to legal and regulatory problems by diving deep and thinking from first principles
• You are fiercely competitive. You have incredible determination and perseverance. You take obstacles in your stride
• You're laser-focused on whatever drives the biggest impact, wherever you work
• You move fast. However, while acting with urgency is important, you understand the need for balance in a legal role. You can prioritise speed while ensuring thoroughness and precision
• You are an excellent communicator with a strong ability to articulate technical concepts to a non-technical audience clearly and understandably, translating legalese into plain English
• You possess excellent attention to detail, are rigorously diligent, and highly organised
• You're ambitious and committed to excellence. You know that building something great requires hard work and time, but to you, it's all worth it
• You can work under pressure in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• You have excellent strategic thinking abilities, solid judgment, and the willingness to work with business partners
• You can make decisions grounded in a practical application of the law, the company's technology, and our business goals
• You have 5-8 years of PQE with deep knowledge of fund structuring and/or corporate law, preferably in the UK

Desirable

• Reporting to the Founders, you’ll:
• Lead the structuring and establishment of SPVs & funds in multiple jurisdictions, ensuring optimal legal structures, tax efficiency and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate closely with the product and technology teams on new product releases, providing insights from a legal perspective
• Coordinate and work closely with external counsel, finance, and operational teams on all fund formation and investment-related activities
• Oversee our regulatory responsibilities and interactions with the regulator in multiple jurisdictions
• Lead in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with lawyers
• Take ownership of implementing internal legal policies and operations to manage risk and ensure best practices in regulatory standards
• Own and maintain all compliance-related policies and procedures, ensuring Odin is compliant across all jurisdictions
• Act as the FCA Approved Person for compliance oversight (SMF16) and the MLRO (SMF17) to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to AML regulation
• This is our first legal hire—a rare opportunity to build a function from scratch in a founding role within a fast-paced startup backed by world-leading investors
• You'll join a high-performing team and make a significant impact with a clear pathway for growth and the opportunity to shape our company's legal landscape