Deputy General Counsel, Web3

OKX is seeking a highly motivated legal counsel with experience in Web3 products to support our rapidly expanding global operations. In this role, you will provide legal advice, assess risk, and ensure compliance in the evolving landscape of Web3 technologies.

Overview

Department

Legal

Job type

Full time

Compensation

$160,000 - $240,000 per year

Location

Austin, United States, North America

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Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

What You’ll Be Doing

Provide legal advice and support to the internal stakeholders for new products, new features to existing products, marketing material of Web3 products and changes in applicable regulatory environments

Draft, maintain, review and negotiate a wide range of documents, including commercial agreements, internal policies, terms of service, legal disclaimers and other templates to be used by business teams

Liaise and manage external counsel whenever required

Monitor and advise on legal and compliance developments and their impact on the business

Maintain and brief internal stakeholders on internal standard operating processes that the Web3 Products legal team own

Provide general support to the Web3 business teams

What We Look For In You

Law degree holder (LLB/ J.D.) qualified in the United States

Qualified lawyer with 8-15 years of post-qualified experience, with experience in blockchain and other decentralised Web3 products and services, including but not limited to self-custody wallets, dApps and aggregator platforms

Familiar with software development lifecycles

Sound judgment on business practices, internal and external stakeholder relationship management and reputational risk

Familiarity with US sanctions, US Fincen regulations, CFTC regulations and crypto enforcement case law by the DOJ, SEC, CFTC and OFAC (especially with regulatory enforcement against Metamask, Coinbase Wallet, Uniswap).

Regulatory experience in SEC or Fincen is a plus

Very well-organized, detail-oriented, presentable and with excellent drafting and communication skills (both verbally and in writing)

Ability to manage stakeholders in high pressure and/or time-sensitive situations

Perks & Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development

Various team building programs and company events

Wellness and meal allowances

Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents