Full-Time

Deputy General Counsel

Product, IP and Marketing

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Worldcoin

Worldcoin

201-500 employees

Provides digital identity and financial network

Fintech
Crypto & Web3
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$270k - $280kAnnually

+ Long-term incentive package + Variable compensation

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Legal
Intellectual Property (IP)
Legal & Compliance
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Blockchain
Marketing
Requirements
  • Experience across a range of legal disciplines – e.g., product, privacy, consumer protection, marketing, advertising and IP.
  • Very strong understanding of consumer protection, GDPR and other global privacy laws.
  • Experience working directly with engineers, product managers, and senior executives on product development.
  • Someone who’s excited about and comfortable with mastering new areas of law and tech, in particular cryptocurrencies.
  • Excellent legal and business judgment and strategic thinking to ensure appropriate prioritization.
  • Able to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the company on complex, multifaceted issues.
  • Detail-oriented, business-friendly, and a team player, with an ability to think creatively and accommodate tight deadlines.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Operate as a player coach, able to get into the details and execute while supporting and building a collaborative team.
  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • A sense of humor.
  • JD degree from an accredited university.
  • Active membership in at least one state bar.
  • 15+ years of experience practicing law.
  • 10+ years experience across product, IP, marketing, and other legal disciplines.
  • Experience leading in-house product legal teams.
  • Fluency in English.
  • In-house counsel experience with a multinational corporation, preferably in the technology sector.
  • Experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency a plus.
  • Ability to speak German a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Member of legal leadership, helping to build and support the strategy for the legal team in collaboration with other legal leads.
  • Lead and help develop our Product, IP, and Marketing Legal team.
  • Partner with the Engineering, Product, and Design teams to understand and assess new products and technologies, from early development stages through launch – and provide proactive legal advice throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Drive and evolve the legal-compliance-by-design process, including privacy-by-design and safety-by-design.
  • Identify, analyze, and advise on evolving legal and safety risks and global regulatory requirements for new and existing products and technologies.
  • Work closely with legal subject matter experts to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Build and manage our IP strategy, including prosecution, protection and enforcement.
  • Support the communications and marketing teams in partnership with our Market Operations legal team.
  • Help scale the legal organization by developing innovative processes to support the fast-moving Engineering, Product, and Design teams.
  • Help draft public-facing descriptions of new products and technologies, and manage the terms of service and privacy policy updates working with legal team members.
  • Stay abreast of emerging legal trends and best practices in the tech industry, and provide thought leadership within the legal team and the company.
  • Be a collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
  • Be willing and able to roll up your sleeves and jump right in to support the team.

Worldcoin provides a digital identity and financial network aimed at giving everyone access to the global economy, regardless of their location or economic status. Its main product is the Worldcoin wallet, which works with the World ID to enable users to make transactions on the Worldcoin network. The technology is open-source, allowing the community of developers and technologists to modify and improve it. This collaborative approach sets Worldcoin apart from competitors, as it fosters a supportive environment for innovation and expansion. The goal of Worldcoin is to democratize economic participation by ensuring that anyone can engage in the global economy through a secure digital identity.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$278M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

69%

2 year growth

211%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The extension of the WLD token lock-up period indicates strong investor confidence and a commitment to long-term growth.
  • Worldcoin's expansion into new markets like Ecuador and the resumption of operations in Kenya demonstrate its potential for global scalability and adoption.
  • The introduction of advanced cryptographic techniques like SMPC for biometric data protection enhances user trust and positions Worldcoin as a leader in privacy and security.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges, as seen in Hong Kong and Spain, could hinder Worldcoin's operations and expansion plans.
  • The reliance on biometric data collection raises privacy concerns that could deter potential users and attract negative publicity.

What makes Worldcoin unique

  • Worldcoin's focus on providing a universal digital identity through biometric verification sets it apart from other digital identity solutions that may not offer the same level of security and inclusivity.
  • The open-source protocol allows for community-driven innovation and transparency, which is a significant advantage over proprietary systems.
  • Worldcoin's integration with various blockchain ecosystems, such as Solana, enhances its interoperability and reach, distinguishing it from competitors limited to single blockchain platforms.

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Benefits

Health, dental, & vision insurance for you & dependents

401(k) plan

Flexible work hours

Unlimited time off

Parental leave

Daily catered lunch and dinner upon return to office

Home office set up stipend