Web3 Jobs in Zurich, Switzerland

Job Description:

Amun 21Shares is seeking a Paralegal to join our growing Legal team in Zurich.

We are looking for a well-organized and resourceful paralegal to provide support to the Zurich-and New York-based lawyers. This individual will work closely with our VP Head of Legal, based in Zurich. This is a fantastic opportunity as the first paralegal in the team to get excellent exposure to the highest quality of work and interaction at all levels. This is a transactional role supporting a busy team of two lawyers in Zurich and one lawyer in New York.

This opportunity is perfect for a professional who is interested in experiencing the day-to-day legal work at a global, high-growth crypto company.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and collation of documentation and oversight of transactional processes;
• Reviewing and drafting of documentation, including board resolutions, corporate authorizations, share and option certificates and transfer forms and other ancillary documents;
• Company searches and due diligence/KYC of contractual counterparties;
• Help facilitate various legal, compliance and risk trainings and programs;
• Pre-completion matters, including proof-reading of documents;
• Signing and closing arrangements for products and transactions;
• Post-completion tasks, including preparation of transaction documentation, collating originals, file management and conditions subsequent;
• Registrations and filings at commercial registers and exchanges;
• Review of various communication materials;
• Work on various special projects for the Legal Department in cooperation with Business Departments.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work directly with colleagues at all levels and within a team;
• Ability to work creatively and to engage firm resources in the completion of large and international projects;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Effective written and oral communication;
• Superior proofreading and research skills;
• Strong numerical skills;
• Analytical and detail-oriented;
• Ability to multi-task, to manage time effectively and to prioritize assignments;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Interest in crypto and fin-tech.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Law, Economics or comparable;
• Preferably inhouse experience in the financial industry or fintech area.

Must be based and willing to work in the Zurich office.