General Counsel Headline

Wormhole Labs is seeking its first General Counsel to build and lead the legal function for the leading cross-chain interoperability protocol. You will provide strategic legal advice across regulatory compliance, token matters, commercial agreements, and corporate governance as Wormhole continues to expand across 30+ blockchain networks.

• Build and lead the legal function from the ground up, including managing outside counsel
• Advise leadership on regulatory strategy across crypto, DeFi, and cross-chain protocols
• Draft and negotiate technology partnerships, integration agreements, and licensing deals
• Oversee corporate governance, entity structure, and compliance in relevant jurisdictions
• Advise on token-related matters including token distributions, grants, and DAO governance

• JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
• 8+ years of legal experience, with in-house or crypto/fintech regulatory background
• Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, DeFi, and token regulatory frameworks
• Experience navigating regulatory uncertainty in emerging technology sectors
• Track record of handling complex cross-border legal matters

Wormhole has secured over $45B in cross-chain value transferred and is backed by leading crypto investors. This is a founding legal role with significant ownership and influence over how the protocol navigates the evolving regulatory landscape.