Paralegal (Legal & Compliance Associate)
We are looking for a motivated Paralegal (Legal & Compliance Associate) to join our Legal team on an initial three-month contract, with the potential to extend or convert to a permanent role. You’ll work closely with our General Counsel and Legal Counsel on cutting-edge legal, regulatory, and compliance challenges spanning multiple jurisdictions. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of law, privacy, and decentralised technologies, helping shape the future of Web3.
About Aztec
At Aztec, our goal is to add privacy to Ethereum. In the public blockchain paradigm, users broadcast data publicly, affecting privacy and security. We are building a first-of-its-kind Layer 2 with private smart contracts, including cryptographic primitives, a zero-knowledge DSL for writing contracts, a privacy-friendly execution environment, and a decentralised block-building and proving mechanism.
Your Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and manage routine legal agreements, including NDAs, consultancy agreements, grant agreements, and employment/contractor amendments.
* Assist with board and shareholder matters, including preparing board packs, drafting resolutions, maintaining statutory registers, and coordinating filings with Companies House and other registries.
* Track and summarise global legal and regulatory developments in crypto, fintech, and privacy (e.g., MiCA, FINMA, FCA, SEC).
* Conduct horizon scanning on enforcement actions, policy consultations, and industry trends to flag potential risks and opportunities.
* Conduct legal research and analysis on topics such as securities law, intellectual property, and data privacy.
* Contribute to process improvements, including playbooks, trackers, and knowledge management for the Legal team.
* Liaise with internal/external stakeholders and act as a point of contact for other teams, external vendors, and counsel.
* Provide general legal support as needed, including assisting with corporate governance matters, IP filings, and other ad-hoc legal tasks.
Must-haves
* Law degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL/CPE).
* 3 years’ experience as a paralegal or legal assistant (ideally in a law firm, financial services, or fintech).
* Demonstrated experience drafting and reviewing legal agreements.
* Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and attention to detail.
Nice-to-haves
* In-house paralegal experience.
* Paralegal certifications (NALP, CILEx).
* Experience with AML/KYC compliance or regulator interaction (FCA, HMRC).
* Familiarity with corporate governance and company secretarial duties.
* Knowledge of legal/regulatory frameworks relevant to privacy, crypto, and fintech.
What We Offer
* Flexible, remote-first culture with HQ in London.
* Competitive salary + equity/token options.
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Health, dental, and retirement benefits (based on location).
* Quarterly offsites for team collaboration and bonding.
* Conference and learning budget for continual professional development.
* A chance to work on cutting-edge zero-knowledge infrastructure with leading experts.
Aztec Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We value creativity, diversity, and intellectual curiosity. If you are passionate about using your talents to make a real-world impact and want to be part of a team shaping the future of digital privacy, we would love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Internship
Job function
* Software Development
Note: This description reflects the role as published and does not include additional job listings or internal referrals.
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