Blockchain Legal Support (Working Student, 30-40%)

Your opportunity:

Make a real difference in the blockchain industry! Build the change you want to see.

We are looking for a motivated and analytical Blockchain Legal Support (Working Student) to join the legal team of the Cardano Foundation in Zurich. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the work of a leading blockchain foundation. You will work at the intersection of technology, regulation, and governance in a dynamic, international environment. 

• A High-Impact Environment: A unique chance to step into the Blockchain space and see how global blockchain infrastructure in a multi-stakeholder environment is shaped.

• Flexibility for Your Studies: A 30-40% average workload with flexible hours, allowing you to easily balance your work and academic commitments; possibility to work full-time during breaks.

• Growth & Mentorship: Direct mentorship from experienced legal professionals in the blockchain space, offering a strong foundation for your future legal career.

Your story:

• Academic Background: Currently enrolled in a Swiss law degree programme (BLaw, MLaw, or equivalent), having successfully completed at least the first three semesters of study.

• Interest & Experience: A strong interest in contract law, financial services regulation, data protection, intellectual property, or related areas of law. Prior experience is valued.

• Interest in Blockchain: Curious about blockchain technology and public decentralized infrastructure, with a willingness to learn. 

• Working Style: Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured manner.

• Language Skills: Fluent in English (our primary corporate language) and German.

What we look for in you:

Your impact:

• Legal Research & Compliance: Conduct legal research and support legal assessments on global blockchain regulation, financial services law, data protection, and other relevant legal and regulatory developments.

• Contract Management: Assist with the drafting, review, administration, and organization of various agreements, such as non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and provider contracts.

• Administrative Support: Support the preparation of responses to general inquiries, maintain compliance documentation, and assist with internal governance processes.

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About us

The Cardano Foundation is an independent, Swiss-based not-for-profit organization. The Foundation is tasked with advancing the public digital infrastructure Cardano and works to anchor it as a utility for financial and social systems, thus empowering the digital architects of the future.

The Foundation facilitates the worldwide advancement of Cardano in enterprise applications. It develops infrastructure tooling—including where there may not be an immediate commercial use case—plus strengthens operational resilience, and drives diversity of on-infrastructure use cases as well as the development of sound and representative governance.

Another significant part of the Cardano Foundation’s mission is to engage with and support the Cardano community. The Foundation assists the development of tools the community can use to leverage Cardano to solve problems in new ways.

• Embrace Flexibility & Freedom: Enjoy the benefits of remote work with the flexibility to tailor your hours that best supports your productivity, while staying aligned with the team. 
• Collaborative Culture: We foster a collaborative remote environment where ideas flow freely and everyone feels empowered to contribute.
• Thrive in a Learning Culture: We believe in continuous growth and development. Every employee receives an annual learning budget to invest in their professional journey.
• Shape Your Career: We provide opportunities for growth and encourage you to continuously evolve your skills and expertise within a supportive environment.
• Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the development and adoption of Cardano, shaping the future of blockchain technology and its real-world applications.
• Team Building & Fun: Connect with your colleagues and strengthen team bonds through a dedicated annual team building event, as well as a departmental team-building day. Enjoy an extra day off for your birthday and additional days off to celebrate milestone work anniversaries.
• Work with Passionate People: Surround yourself with a team of dedicated individuals who are driven by a shared passion for blockchain technology and its potential to change the world.

Equal opportunities employer:

The Cardano Foundation strives to provide a diverse, inclusive and welcoming working environment. We are committed to being a discrimination free organization - including discrimination free space with regards to age, religion, race, nationality/ethnic origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Cardano Foundation does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees. Unsolicited applications will be treated as direct applications regardless of the channel through which we receive them.