About Us
Parity is one of the world’s most experienced companies building the core infrastructure behind blockchain — the system that allows information and value to be shared securely without needing an intermediary. We’re laying the foundation for a better web which respects the freedom and data of individuals, and empowers developers to build better, more trustworthy online services.
Our remote-first, global team develop open-source software that anyone can use or improve. This includes Polkadot, Substrate, and Kusama — key parts of the Web3 tech stack, the next generation of the internet. Our mission is to make Polkadot the most active and innovative community in blockchain, powering a new era of connected and decentralised applications.
About the TeamThis role sits in our O/S department, home to the teams that support Parity’s growth, people, and operations. As part of a close-knit, diverse Legal team consisting of three Senior Lawyers and a Legal Support Specialist, the Corporate Legal Counsel provides proactive legal support to all areas of the business.
About the RoleParity has an international group structure and in this new role, you'll have a particular focus on corporate law, taking autonomous responsibility for corporate governance processes. The role will also offer the opportunity to expand into other areas of law in a tech and Web3 company.
Ensuring optimal corporate organisation, delivering company secretarial and governance support to key legal entities and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
Overseeing a comprehensive corporate administration, including preparation of board resolutions, meeting minutes, and regulatory filings
Monitoring critical deadlines, coordinating legal workflows, and ensuring timely delivery of tasks.
Advising on shareholder matters, including delegation frameworks and internal governance requirements
Developing expertise and handling other legal matters as dictated by business needs including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts and legal agreements
Providing accurate and timely advice to internal stakeholders, including senior management
Applying effective risk management techniques and proactively addressing potential legal issues
Communicating, negotiating, and managing relationships with external parties (e.g., service providers, partners, external counsel, or public authorities)
Managing complex matters with multiple stakeholders
Keeping up-to-date with industry and business-specific legislation and legal developments
A corporate lawyer with a minimum of 3+ PQE
Trained with a reputable law firm and already spent a minimum of 6 months in-house within a fast-paced international organisation or start-up (either in a permanent role or during a secondment)
Strong knowledge and experience of corporate law in the UK and EU, and interested in developing expertise in other areas of law
Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial software agreements and knowledge of IP, privacy and data protection are an advantage
Experienced or interested in enhancing your efficiency with legal and project management tools such as Docusign, Asana and Legal AI
Commercially aware, a strong communicator and calm under pressure
Excited to work in a relatively new industry and an uncertain regulatory environment
Prior knowledge of blockchain would be an advantage, however an interest in and a desire to learn about blockchain, open source and decentralised systems will be the key to success in this role
Joining Parity means joining team mates who are genuinely excited about the impact their projects are having, and the opportunity to grow alongside some of the brightest minds in the Web3 space! You’ll work remotely and flexibly, while still getting to meet your team mates throughout the year at team and company-wide retreats.
At the point of an offer, we require all candidates to submit to a third-party background check. Team members will be taken on as a contractor via our UK entity. View our Applicant Notice to see how we use your data.
Parity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diversity in our global team and care about everyone in our collective feeling included and welcome
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What We Do
Parity’s mission is to enable businesses and organisations to capitalise on blockchain technology and benefit from the new opportunities it presents. We develop cutting-edge software solutions for enterprises and industries to unlock the full value of decentralised technology. We believe that decentralised technology has the power to fundamentally change and enhance the systems used by businesses, consumers, and governments every day.
