Corporate and Commercial Counsel

About the Company:

World is a network of real humans, built on privacy-preserving proof-of-human technology, and powered by a globally inclusive financial network that enables the free flow of digital assets for all. It is built to connect, empower, and be owned by everyone.

Corporate and Commercial Counsel

This opportunity will be with Tools for Humanity

About the Team:

Our Legal team is dedicated to supporting the Worldcoin open-source protocol by managing Tools for Humanity’s legal affairs globally. We collaborate across the company to advance the blockchain project and enhance our products, including the Orb (our hardware device), World ID, World App, and World Chain. We value creativity, curiosity, a sense of humor, and shared sense of urgency.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Corporate and Commercial Counsel to join our dynamic legal team at Tools for Humanity. In this role, you will advise on corporate governance, securities law, and strategic transactions, while also leading complex commercial negotiations that support key business initiatives. You’ll work on novel legal issues in the blockchain space and help shape the legal infrastructure behind our global mission. This role requires a proactive and organized individual who thrives in managing cross-border projects in a fast-paced environment. If you’re excited to contribute to a groundbreaking technology company, we invite you to join us.

In this role, you will:

• Corporate/Securities

  • Advise on complex issues – Provide strategic guidance on corporate and securities matters across multiple jurisdictions.

  • Corporate governance – Maintain corporate records and filings for our US parent, international subsidiaries, and joint ventures; support Board and Committee meetings.

  • Strategic transactions – Structure and execute M&A, investments, and other strategic initiatives.

  • Equity & token management – Partner with Finance and stock/token administration teams on equity and token matters.

  • Draft & review corporate documents – Prepare and manage charters, consents, disclosure schedules, and related governance materials.

• Commercial – Partnerships & Customers

  • Lead drafting and negotiation of partnership, customer, and other complex commercial agreements.

  • Negotiate key SaaS and vendor contracts, advisor and consultant agreements, and event sponsorships.

  • Collaborate closely with executives and business leads to structure, document, and negotiate joint ventures and other novel deal types.

  • Develop playbooks, templates, and fallback positions that streamline contracting while protecting company interests.

About You:

• Relevant Experience: 4–8+ years as a Corporate, Commercial/Tech Transactions, M&A, or Emerging Companies attorney at a top firm or in-house (a combination is even better!). No prior Web3 or blockchain experience required.

• In-Person: Able to generally be in the office in San Francisco, CA.

• Communication & Relationship Building: Excellent communicator with the ability to present complex legal issues clearly and build high-trust relationships across teams and with external partners.

• Judgment & Integrity: Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and integrity in all interactions.

• Adaptability & Initiative: Positive and collaborative attitude with intellectual curiosity, resourcefulness, and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with a track record of improving processes.

• Execution & Problem-Solving: Skilled at managing multiple priorities and solving both traditional and novel legal challenges.

• Willingness to Travel: Open to occasional international travel and flexible scheduling based on team needs.

What we offer:

• An open, collaborative office space in San Francisco

• Flexible, unlimited PTO

• Monthly phone reimbursement or company-provided device

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Commuter benefits and professional development stipend

Pay transparency statement (for CA and NY based roles):
The reasonably estimated salary for this role at TFH ranges from $205,000 - $270,000, plus a competitive long term incentive package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, TFH offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k) plan and match, life insurance, flexible time off, commuter benefits, professional development stipend and much more!

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