Senior Litigation/Arbitration Counsel Global

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 230 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a legal strategy to proactively respond to contentious inquiries, including litigation issues and regulatory conundrums, faced by our organization and internal stakeholders.
• Act as the key liaison with external legal counsel, confidently navigating negotiations with opposing parties.
• Deliver proactive, strategic, and commercially viable legal guidance to all internal stakeholders, fostering a comprehensive understanding of complex legal landscapes.
• Head the development and execution of a holistic legal strategy to manage potential disputes, while seamlessly aligning with the broader business objectives of the organization.
• Take full ownership of the drafting and review process for major litigation and arbitration documents, including discovery responses, dispositive motions, expert reports, and settlement agreements.
• Collaboratively engage with cross-functional and regional teams, providing expert advice on diverse legal matters of varying complexity, sensitivity, and importance.
• Act as a mentor to foster the growth of legal acumen across the organization through training sessions designed for business partners and non-legal associates.
• Prudently identify, manage, and mitigate risks within the broader business framework, advising on and implementing innovative solutions to address identified challenges.
• Oversee the administrative aspects of the legal team's operations, including but not limited to billing, contract management, and document control.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12-15 years' experience in litigation and investigations, ideally within the technology or financial services sectors.
• Significant international experience (APAC, EMEA) is advantageous.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in spearheading extensive legal operations and managing high-stakes litigation.
• Possess excellent mastery of the English language, both in written and spoken form.
• Manifest the ability to excel in a high-intensity, dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility in managing multiple high-priority tasks concurrently.
• Experience in dealing effectively with regulatory inquiries, processing information requests, and leading investigations is a significant advantage.
• Display a keen interest in the cryptocurrency industry and its evolving landscape.
• Exhibit solid legal technical expertise coupled with astute business acumen and people management skills.
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach to work, showcasing independence in steering complex project management.
• Have the ability to ideate and implement innovative solutions to manage risks and navigate disputes.
• Possess excellent legal drafting abilities and strong skills in interpreting diverse legal documents and laws.