Assistant Vice President, Legal

About PDAX At PDAX, we believe that the future of money is digital, and our mission is to empower all Filipinos to grow their wealth through blockchain technology. As one of the first crypto firms in the Philippine market, we feel a sense of duty to our users and to the ecosystem to set the standard for safety, ease of access, and reliability. We expect our team to share in this responsibility and cherish our vision of a more open and equitable financial system. We are looking for new team members that are passionate about cryptocurrency, want to work in a disruptive, fast-growing industry, and thrive in a start-up environment. If this sounds like you, then we’d love to talk. General Responsibilities Provide legal advice and guidance on a broad range of legal issues, including tax issues, business models, product launches, employment issues, marketing issues, and day-to-day corporate activities, including fraud handling support. Prepare legal strategies and solutions, often in situations of high risk with limited time for assessing alternatives. Analyze a broad range of local and international laws and regulations in relation to the blockchain industry. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and related documents for the PDAX Group business operations, partnerships and services, including contracts for procurement or provision of goods and services, memorandum of agreements and partnership contracts. Draft and review documents, policies, manuals and guidelines for the PDAX Group business operations. Review listing and delisting of digital assets, and draft, review, and negotiate listing agreements with token developers and issuers. Update and maintain the Company’s legal database and contract templates. Engage outside counsel on complex legal issues, and supervise and coordinate all work sent to external law firms. Work closely with various departments in relation to reviewing business practices / corporate structures, developing and maintaining compliance controls, training and investigations. Oversee and manage company secretary responsibilities, which includes matters relating to the Board of Directors, Management Committee, and corporate governance, and actively participate in appropriate executive, leadership, and / or operating committees. Oversee junior lawyers and the legal department’s administrative staff. Perform other legal work as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications Member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines. Ideally 7 to 9 years of post-qualification experience. With proven track record working in-house or with a reputable law firm. Prior experience in fintech, cryptocurrency, or financial services is a strong advantage. Demonstrated experience handling corporate secretarial matters, board governance, and compliance. Proven capability in managing employment matters, workplace policies, and litigation oversight. Excellent drafting and organizational skills. Ability to analyze complex legal issues quickly and concisely with minimal supervision. Exceptional legal and business judgment, especially in fast-paced or ambiguous situations. Excellent drafting, written, and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail. Our Culture Communication We prioritize clear and transparent communication, ensuring that there is clarity among everyone we work with. We aim to have a collaborative environment, where innovative ideas in investment strategies are shared openly and constructively, driving the industry forward. Customer-focus We think about how our decisions impact our customers and ensure we provide the best experience that we can. We believe in building lasting relationships with our clients, constantly learning from and listening to them, and always striving to look out for what’s best for both sides. Commitment We always aim to do the right thing and to do the right thing, excellently. We take accountability seriously and uphold ourselves to high standards, ensuring that we execute with attention to detail. We are dedicated to the long-term success of our clients in the dynamic world of financial technology, maintaining integrity and professionalism in every aspect of our work.