Legal Counsel

Kairon Labs is a pioneering force in crypto-native algorithmic trading and liquidity provision. Operating across different exchanges, we deliver ethical, transparent, and world-class liquidity services, supporting global trading around the clock.

As we continue to scale, we are strengthening our legal and compliance capabilities to support a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape and the expansion of our products and services across jurisdictions.

About the Role

As Legal Counsel, you will play a key role at the intersection of law, regulation, and innovation in digital assets. You’ll work closely with business, product, and compliance teams to provide pragmatic legal guidance in a fast-moving environment. This is a hands-on role with broad exposure—from commercial contracts and regulatory advisory to strategic projects such as licensing, new product launches, and corporate transactions. You’ll take ownership of legal matters end-to-end, helping the business move fast while staying aligned with applicable laws and regulations.

You won’t just advise on legal questions—you’ll actively shape how the company navigates complex regulatory frameworks and scales responsibly in the digital asset space.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including third-party terms and conditions, service provider agreements, and trading agreements
• Provide legal advice on regulatory frameworks applicable to financial services and digital assets, including MiCA, AML, and KYC requirements
• Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments within the EU and other relevant jurisdictions
• Review and draft terms and conditions for financial products, including payments, foreign exchange, and crypto-related offerings
• Support compliance initiatives related to AML/KYC processes, including customer onboarding, due diligence, and internal policies
• Conduct legal reviews of data protection and privacy documentation
• Assist with regulatory applications and licensing processes
• Support corporate matters such as group restructurings, funding rounds, and M&A transactions
• Contribute to the coordination and project management of legal and compliance-related projects

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 5 years experience, ideally in both private practice and in-house roles
• Experience in financial services, payments, or banking, with exposure to digital assets or blockchain preferred
• Strong knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks, particularly MiCA, AML directives, and KYC requirements
• Fluency in English & Dutch
• Ability to provide clear, pragmatic, and business-oriented legal advice
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams