Lead Legal Mind- Ukraine

Sparring is a disruptive international law firm focused on supporting startups, VCs, and technology companies. We are currently looking for a Lead Legal Mind, a role which will become our future Head of UA Operations, to help us serve as a legal one-stop-shop for innovative entrepreneurs. It goes without saying that this role is crucial for our global success.

We are looking for someone with dominant talents in execution who will make things happen and is good at finding solutions, and has great communication skills. A true leader coming from a startup environment or has an experience from an innovative ecosystem.

Someone who will:

• provide comprehensive legal advice in relation to corporate, contractual and regulatory agenda and is able to built and lead legal team in more comprehensive projects, such as investment rounds

• help our clients understand business angle of their decisions and and thus have an essential role in account management and client strategic decisions

• proactively develop our UA operations and communicate with potential clients, nurture meaningful partnerships with ecosystem partners such as VCs, accelerators or communities

• be the guide and mentor for our junior colleagues

What experience/skills will you need

• Substantial work experience with UA corporate / contract law for at least 5 years - so the responsibilities such as client intake, case management, and business operations is familiar to you

• Client-centric approach, strong communication skills, and enthusiasm for the challenge of meeting new people and winning them over

• Independence, business-oriented mindset with the ability to take control of a situation, make decisions and anticipate obstacles

• Task management, critical thinking, startup mentality and strong will to push for the best

• Coming from a startup / innovative ecosystem 

• You should be a qualified UA Attorney 

What do we offer?

• Opportunity to be a part of a disruptive force in the startup legal field

• 25-30 days of paid vacation, paid sick days, flexible working hours and remote work regime

• Unpaid time off and sabbatical leave are open options

• Equity compensation

• Option to work fully remote or relocate

• An upgrade budget to spend on your hardware any way you want