Head of Legal
Hyphen Connect Limited is a crypto-native investment fund operating at the forefront of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). As we deploy capital into innovative protocols and infrastructure projects, we are seeking a Head of Legal to architect our global fund structures and navigate the evolving intersection of traditional finance and blockchain technology.
In this role, you will lead the legal design and maintenance of investment vehicles across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring optimization for crypto-native institutional and retail participation. You will develop and oversee a robust compliance framework addressing AML/KYC requirements, securities laws, and evolving regulatory mandates in key global markets. Additionally, you will manage the legal lifecycle of deal flows, from reviewing SAFEs/SAFTs and token purchase agreements to overseeing complex DeFi-native investment strategies. Acting as the primary point of contact for regulators and external counsel, you will stay ahead of legislative changes impacting DeFi and digital asset management. You will also establish internal legal protocols for treasury management, employee incentive schemes (token options), and corporate governance.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in high-level investment management and understands how to bridge the gap between "Code is Law" and traditional legal frameworks. You should possess a deep understanding of smart contracts, liquidity pools, and the unique legal challenges of non-custodial investment strategies. Comfort with making high-stakes decisions in "grey" regulatory areas and providing clear, actionable advice is essential. Adeptness at managing a network of international law firms to ensure seamless operations across different regulatory regimes is also required.
Requirements include 10+ years of legal experience, with a significant portion spent in Investment Management (Hedge Funds, PE, or VC). A proven track record in a Senior Legal role within the crypto/Web3 sector is necessary. Deep knowledge of global securities laws and the regulatory landscape for DeFi is essential. A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree and active bar membership in good standing are required. Experience with cross-border tax structuring and offshore fund jurisdictions (e.g., Cayman, BVI, Singapore) is also necessary.
Hyphen Connect Limited offers a dynamic work environment at the cutting edge of DeFi, providing opportunities for professional growth and engagement with innovative projects in the crypto space.