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Head of Legal - Octant.app

deCircle
CompanydeCircle
CategoryLegal & Compliance
LocationLondon
RemoteRemote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen14 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified9 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (recruitee)
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Description
Octant is a platform developed under the Golem Foundation, designed to reimagine funding mechanisms for public goods in the Web3 ecosystem. We sit at the intersection of decentralization, open-source coordination, and blockchain innovation. Our mission is to empower communities and prioritize public good funding through novel governance and incentive systems. What We’re Looking For We are seeking a Head of Legal to join our growing team. This role will be instrumental in navigating the evolving regulatory landscape of blockchain and digital assets, shaping strategic partnerships, and ensuring all legal aspects of Octant align with our values and operational goals. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and partnership agreements. Provide legal counsel on traditional and decentralized governance structures related to the Golem Foundation and Octant. Advise on regulatory and compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions. Assess the legal implications of new product, technical and business initiatives, especially those involving cross-border components. Closely cooperate with business and product teams as well as the project leadership on resolving the challenges they may face. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant developments in crypto regulation, DAOs, and digital asset law. Ensure legal frameworks support public goods funding, open-source contributions, and decentralization principles. Manage relationships with external legal counsel in various countries. 5+ years of legal experience, preferably in Web3, fintech, or tech startups. Expertise in international corporate law and digital asset regulations. Familiarity with DAO governance structures and decentralized legal frameworks. Experience in legal advisory on digital products.. Demonstrated experience negotiating complex contracts. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. Proactive approach and problem-solving attitude. Strong interpersonal skills. JD or equivalent legal degree and bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.