Kast is hiring a

Web3 Senior Corporate Counsel

We are seeking a seasoned, versatile Senior Corporate Lawyer to join our legal team. This is a high-impact role designed for a "Swiss Army Knife" legal professional who thrives in fast-paced environments. You will navigate complex regulatory landscapes in the FinTech, Payments, and Crypto sectors while leading high-stakes corporate transactions and managing our global entity structure.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in Acquisitions with the agility to handle day-to-day commercial issues and strategic fundraising initiatives.

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1. Corporate Development & M&A

• Lead Acquisitions: Drive the legal lifecycle of domestic and international acquisitions, from initial due diligence and term sheet negotiation to SPA drafting and post-closing integration.
• Fundraising Support: Partner with stakeholders to manage Series rounds, debt financing, and other capital-raising activities.
• Strategic Projects: Provide legal architecture for joint ventures, divestitures, and complex corporate reorganizations.

2. Commercial Contracts (FinTech & Crypto)

• Draft, negotiate, and review high-stakes agreements including Payment services, SaaS licenses, and Liquidity Provider agreements.
• Ensure all commercial contracts mitigate risk while supporting aggressive business growth.

3. Global Governance & Operations

• Entity Management: Oversee corporate governance for a global web of entities, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as a trusted advisor on matters of risk, fiduciary duty, and corporate strategy.
• Generalist Advisory: Tackle "day-to-day" legal hurdles ranging from employment nuances and IP protection to data privacy concerns.

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• Qualification: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent Common Law jurisdiction).
• Seniority: Minimum of 8 years PQE sophisticated in-house experience.
• Acquisition Experience: A proven track record of leading M&A deals with minimal external supervision.
• Sector Knowledge: Substantial experience in Payments or Crypto is essential. You must be comfortable with the nuances of e-money regulations and digital asset frameworks.
• Drafting Excellence: Ability to take a "blank page" approach to complex, non-standard contracts.

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Please send your resume to [email protected]

At this time, we receive a lot of applications, so please bear with us to hear back from us.