Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote
Company: LamaTechnology FS UAB
About LamaTechnology FS UAB
LamaTechnology FS UAB is a rapidly growing financial technology company specializing in cryptocurrency services and digital financial solutions. Headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania, we provide innovative services such as Euro accounts with IBANs, cryptocurrency wallets and exchange services. Operating in a dynamic regulatory environment, we are committed to ensuring security, compliance, and seamless financial solutions for both individual and business clients.
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all business activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies—particularly those related to cryptocurrency services and the evolving digital finance landscape.
In addition to providing legal oversight and support across the business, the Legal Officer will work closely with the Board member responsible for legal and governance matters to help implement and uphold the company’s governance framework. This includes supporting the development and rollout of governance policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent application across all teams, and maintaining documentation that supports regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
The successful candidate will play a strategic role in aligning legal and governance practices with LamaTechnology FS UAB’s operational objectives. This position requires not only legal acumen but also strong collaboration skills to work effectively with compliance, leadership, and external legal stakeholders. The Legal Officer will be instrumental in promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, and regulatory integrity within the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Regulatory Compliance and Advisory:
- Monitor and interpret local and international laws, regulations, and guidelines, particularly those related to cryptocurrency, virtual assets, AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism), and payment services.
- Proactively advise the business on legal and regulatory developments and ensure that all activities comply with applicable laws.
- Work closely with the Compliance Officer to support AML/CFT frameworks and ensure alignment with Financial Crime Investigation Service (FCIS) requirements.
- Legal Documentation:
- In collaboration with Lama’s external legal advisers and in support of the Lama leadership, draft, review, a wide range of legal agreements and documents, including client contracts, partnership agreements, vendor contracts, and product terms of service.
- Maintain and continuously improve internal legal document templates to ensure accuracy, enforceability, and regulatory alignment.
- Support the drafting and implementation of legally sound policies and procedures across business functions, ensuring clarity and usability for internal stakeholders.
- Corporate Governance:
- Assist the Board and the designated governance lead in implementing and maintaining the company’s corporate governance framework.
- Prepare, review, and manage governance-related legal documentation, including shareholder agreements, board and committee materials, resolutions, and minutes.
- Ensure the timely upkeep of corporate records, licenses, regulatory registrations, and board compliance requirements in accordance with Lithuanian and EU standards.
- Support business units in understanding and applying governance policies and procedures, reinforcing adherence through training, documentation, and hands-on guidance.
- Legal Research and Training:
Conduct legal research and produce analysis on issues relevant to the company’s fintech, cryptocurrency, and regulatory environment to inform decision-making.
Deliver training and awareness sessions to internal teams on legal, regulatory, and governance matters, fostering a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness.
- Collaboration with Stakeholders:
Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to manage legal disputes or complex legal matters.
Act as a liaison between the company and regulatory authorities where required.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders across departments to ensure legal risk is effectively managed and company actions are fully compliant with applicable law.
Requirements:
- Education: Law degree (LL.B or equivalent). Master’s in Law (LL.M) is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in legal roles, preferably in fintech, cryptocurrency, payments, or financial services.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations, EU cryptocurrency and virtual asset regulatory frameworks (MiCA), and financial compliance.
- Skills:
– Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
– Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret complex regulations.
– Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
– Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
– Language: Fluency in English and Lithuanian is required. Proficiency in other European languages is an – advantage.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic, fast-paced work environment in an innovative fintech company.
- Opportunity to contribute to the growth of an exciting cryptocurrency and financial services platform.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A collaborative and inclusive team culture.
Join Us
If you’re passionate about legal innovation in fintech and cryptocurrency, we’d love to have you on board!
