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BGlobal Ventures Ltd. is hiring an Investment Projects Lawyer in a venture fund. BGlobal Ventures Ltd., a subsidiary of Qazaqstan Investment Corporation within the Baiterek Holding structure, is dedicated to developing the venture capital market in Kazakhstan and Central Eurasia. We offer financial and non-financial support tools for business angels and venture companies. Key Responsibilities: -
Legal Due Diligence: -
Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence on potential investment targets, including reviewing corporate documents, contracts, intellectual property rights, regulatory compliance, litigation history, cap tables, and other relevant legal matters. -
Identify potential legal risks and issues that could impact investments and develop mitigation strategies. -
Prepare detailed legal due diligence reports - Founder Background Checks:
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Conduct thorough background checks on startup founders, including verifying their legal standing, and checking for any criminal records, unresolved obligations, or involvement in suspicious activities. -
Ensure that founders' profiles meet compliance standards. -
Drafting and Negotiation: -
Draft term sheets, investment agreements, shareholder agreements, and other relevant contracts. -
Assist in negotiating terms and conditions with portfolio companies to ensure the VC fund's interests are protected. -
Ensure that all legal documents are compliant with applicable laws and regulations. -
Risk Assessment and Mitigation: -
Assess and quantify legal risks associated with potential investments as part of the investment team. -
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks, including those related to money laundering and financial sanctions. -
Regulatory Compliance and Licensing: -
Work on obtaining and maintaining the required license from the AFSA, including developing, updating, and implementing policies to meet AFSA's requirements, and ensuring ongoing adherence to these requirements. -
Ensure that the firm's and the fund's activities comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. -
Develop and implement internal policies and procedures. -
Stay updated on legislative changes and promptly update internal policies and procedures to align with new requirements. -
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Client Verification: -
Develop and implement AML programs and procedures -
Conduct client and counterparty checks (KYC) -
Monitor and report suspicious transactions to the appropriate authorities. -
Training and Awareness: -
Conduct training for employees on compliance, ethics, AML, KYC, and related topics. -
Reporting and Record Keeping: We are seeking a candidate with experience in Legal Due Diligence. A strong interest in developing further in Compliance is a plus, and the company will actively support educational pursuits in this area. Requirements: -
At least 5 years of experience in Legal Due Diligence, preferably in the financial sector or venture funds. -
Proven experience in providing legal support for investment deals (direct investments, M&A) within investment funds (private equity, venture capital, etc.), local and international financial institutions -
Excellent analytical and research skills with the ability to identify legal risks and propose practical solutions -
Experience interacting with regulatory bodies and fulfilling legislative requirements. -
A higher education degree in relevant fields: Law or International Law -
Proficiency in English Additional Plus: -
Experience and knowledge of international compliance and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards and practices. -
Experience conducting KYC (Know Your Customer) and CDD (Customer Due Diligence). -
Deep understanding of AIFC (Astana International Financial Centre) legislative requirements and other applicable regulations. -
Experience in obtaining a CIS license from the AIFC. -
Experience in developing and implementing internal compliance and AML policies and procedures. -
Familiarity with venture capital structures, startup ecosystems, and early-stage investments. -
Experience in legal structuring of investment and venture deals. Conditions: -
Employment contract -
Bonuses up to 8 months' salary per year, insurance coverage -
Supportive and ambitious team -
Unique experience in participating in venture deals -
Five-day workweek (40 hours per week). -
Participation in interesting projects. -
Office located in the EXPO area. |