Legal Counsel

Who We Are

Fenix Games is a Web 3.0 games publisher made up of gaming and wall street industry vets.

Our aim is to revolutionize the player’s relationship with games by inviting them in as stakeholders, through the power of blockchain and decentralization.

We believe Blockchain will shift the way we design, monetize, and market games. The future of game economies will leverage interoperability, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and liquidity across any blockchain.

To facilitate this vision, Fenix Games seeks to build a portfolio of projects across the spectrum of Web 2.0 to Web 2.5 to Web 3.0 by publishing, acquiring, and investing in a variety of game genres.

*How We Work *

We have team members working worldwide, from Europe, North America and to the Middle East. We leverage agile methodologies to move quickly and stay focused. Communication is vital to us, and we rely heavily on various digital communication technologies and platforms to help us stay in sync and coordinate all activities.

This role is a full-time remote position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.

Role Overview

Fenix Games is looking for a Legal Counsel to join its Legal Department. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Legal Counsel will provide legal and regulatory advice and support to our Executive Leadership Team.

What We'll Offer You

An unparalleled opportunity to create -- systems, strategy, relationships and culture. An environment where your voice will be heard, and your impact deeply felt. A sense of belonging where your work is appreciated and rewarded.

You’ll get exposure to a variety of inspiring and disruptive applications in blockchain technology and digital assets across numerous markets and industries. You will be a part of an expert team of talented scientists, engineers, financial professionals, creators, supporters, advocates, strategists with diverse backgrounds - all of whom are eager to collaborate and grow alongside you.

Key Responsibilities

• The role will engage proactively on legal areas affecting trading, private equity, investment management, operations, product, engineering, finance, and business development to advance the firm’s mission
• Provide strategic and practical advice and support on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters as they arise
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts (primarily related to the establishment and maintenance of ongoing commercial relationships) and other legal documents.
• Advise and work cross-functionally as needed with respect to all areas affecting the business, including corporate/commercial, securities, consumer protection, IP, employment, privacy, marketing, and regulatory.
• Analyze laws and regulations in new jurisdictions to support development of business opportunities
• Liaise with outside counsel to improve efficient communications and maximize value
• Closely collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify, address, and communicate risks, and to understand relevant business objectives.
• Provide legal, regulatory, and compliance advice to support novel business partners and projects building in web3 and blockchain space on issues related to securities and commodities laws, cryptocurrencies, CBDCs, AML/CFT compliance, sanctions compliance, money transmission, cross border payments, and blockchain technologies.
• Track legal and regulatory developments and trends in blockchain around the world, and work to increase internal awareness of material changes
• Identify opportunities to streamline the Legal Department, eliminate inefficiencies, and develop processes and/or contract external tools that empower the Legal Department and the broader business to move quickly.

What You'll Bring to The Team

We’re looking for a self-starter who is passionate about the blockchain space and very proud of their work and provides the highest quality solutions.

At Fenix Games, we value all the dimensions of diversity, including diversity of experience. We recognise that candidates applying for this role will be most successful if they bring the following with them:

• A JD/LLB/LLM and/or a bar member, in good standing
• 3-5 years’ experience at a recognized law firm looking for the right opportunity to move in-house, preferably focusing on financial services, financial technology, or blockchain
• Significant experience/background in securities law, early-stage investments, and private equity
• Experience representing emerging growth companies and venture capital firms in early-stage venture capital investments and other transactions is a plus
• Strong understanding of VC investments and legal structures is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to present complex legal issues in a clear and concise manner to provide succinct, practical, and results oriented legal advice and steps to execute
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise sound legal and business judgment.
• Strong legal drafting and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work well under pressure, anticipate upcoming needs and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as with colleagues.
• A customer service focus and the ability to work collaboratively with internal partners. As an in-house lawyer, everyone at Weybridge will be your client!
• Experience working in fintech and/or crypto would be considered an asset.
• Experience in one or more of the following substantive legal areas would be considered an asset: employment, consumer protection, IP, privacy, and marketing.

If this sounds like the kind of environment you thrive in, we would love to hear from you!

The Fine Print

Fenix Games celebrates the diversity of thought, race, national origin and culture, age, experience, religion, economic and social status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Building a culture of inclusion allows us to create and share experiences with each other, and with our virtual communities. We always seek to maintain a diverse and welcoming workplace, and candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Fenix Games does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters and recruitment agencies through our website, job posting, or directly to our talent team. We will not pay fees to any third-party agency, headhunter, or company that does not have a signed agreement for this position in place.