Blockchain & Climate Institute

Blockchain & Climate Institute Enabling technology driven solutions to enhance climate actions ⛓️ 🌍 Volunteer led, think and do tank. Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a not for profit volunteers led entity combining the functions of a think and ...

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UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal / Senior / Legal Advisor / Assistant (UK-based)

2 months, 4 weeks ago

United Kingdom, Hong Kong

Freelance

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Legal Counsel

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Blockchain

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Blockchain & Climate Institute

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Description

Provide legal advice on matters affecting BCI’s operations and legal obligations.
Draft legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents.
Review and help formulate internal governance policies and manage external legal impacts.
Advise on settlements and dispute-related formalities.
Monitor implementation of legal clauses and related commitments.
Provide legal input on blockchain and emerging technologies in climate action frameworks.
Advise on legal risks involving corporate and charity governance, fundraising, marketing, competition, data protection, trademarks, copyright, defamation, and litigation.
Support BCI divisions in minimizing legal risk exposure across employment, contract, privacy, and competition law.
Evaluate multiple inputs and impacts when advising on decisions or courses of action.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate degree in Law, such as LLB or GDL, for the Legal Assistant level.
Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK for Legal Advisor, Senior Legal Advisor, or Principal Legal Advisor levels.
Some post-qualification experience for Legal Advisor candidates, with in-house experience preferred.
Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience for Senior Legal Advisor candidates, with at least some in-house experience preferred.
Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience for Principal Legal Advisor candidates, with at least some in-house experience preferred.
Excellent English writing skills and the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Strong analytical, research, organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive.
Preferred knowledge of climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology.
Proven experience in a not-for-profit environment.
Broad common law legal knowledge in areas such as corporate, contract, employment, or litigation law.
Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives and work independently or collaboratively to deliver blockchain-related projects.

Benefits

Unpaid volunteer role with the opportunity to contribute to an international think tank.
Experience working at the intersection of climate change and emerging technologies.
Opportunities to develop research, presentation, writing, and professional etiquette skills.
Meaningful experience that can enhance professional skills and sense of purpose.
Professional networking opportunities and real-world experience that may support career advancement.
Opportunity to build long-lasting professional relationships.
Inclusive and diverse volunteer environment with applicants welcomed from all backgrounds.

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