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Responsibilities :
- Corporate and Commercial Legal Support :
Provide comprehensive legal support on corporate and commercial matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts related to asset management and family office transactions.
Offer legal expertise for M&A, private equity, venture capital investments, and property acquisitions. Design and establish corporate and transaction structures, draft and review legal documents, and supervise and coordinate with external law firms.
Advise the management team and family office members on personal legal matters and corporate structures, ensuring alignment with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
Manage license applications and oversee regulatory compliance to ensure adherence to U.S. federal and state laws and regulations.
Identify and assess legal risks related to investment transactions, designing risk mitigation strategies to safeguard asset security while maintaining compliance with all legal requirements.
Oversee corporate governance practices, including board documentation, company secretarial duties, and structuring of family office investments to ensure proper compliance and governance.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth legal operations and compliance with asset management and family office standards.
Provide guidance on data privacy, intellectual property, and tax implications, ensuring legal compliance and protection of company assets.
Qualifications :Juris Doctor degree from a reputable law school.
Qualified to practice law in California.
A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification legal experience. Experience working in a top-tier law firm, with recent in-house experience in asset management or Web3 companies preferred.
Strong background in M&A, venture capital, and private equity investments, as well as asset management and Web3-related legal matters. Familiarity with financial regulations and proven ability to handle license applications and compliance issues.
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Mandarin is required, to effectively communicate with key stakeholders in Mandarin-speaking regions.
Exceptional analytical abilities with attention to detail and accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
Preferred Qualifications :
Seniority Level : Mid-Senior level
Employment Type : Full-time
Job Function : Legal
Industries :
Investment Management
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