Deputy General Counsel, Global Licensing Expert

2 months ago


San Francisco, California, United States Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Deputy General Counsel to join our Global Licensing team at OKX. As a key member of our legal team, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's growth and expansion into new markets.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Lead the licensing process in specific jurisdictions and work with the Global Licensing Team to obtain key licenses.
  2. Manage external counsel and conduct legal research into global laws and regulations applicable to the crypto industry.
  3. Advise on legal and regulatory aspects of the business's regional strategy and draft application materials in collaboration with the Global Licensing Team and other business teams.
  4. Meet and communicate with regulators and other governmental bodies related to the company's licensing efforts.
  5. Collaborate with product and business development teams to achieve company-wide projects and goals.
  6. Assist with civil or regulatory litigation matters and supervise outside counsel as needed.
  7. Manage additional legal requests from all areas of the business and effectively advise on legal concepts and legal risk with an eye towards the strategic goals of business leaders.
Requirements
  1. Active membership with a US state bar (CA or NY preferred), or equivalent.
  2. 12+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal team, preferably in a financial services-related industry or other firmly-regulated space.
  3. Enthusiasm about blockchain technology and an understanding of the relevant legal/regulatory landscape.
  4. Ability to effectively advise and build trust with business teams.
  5. Ability to navigate through legal ambiguity.
  6. Self-starter, quick learner who is highly driven, proactive, responsive, and precise.
  7. Project management experience with superior organizational skills.
Nice to Haves
  1. Experience working on cross-jurisdictional matters and with a global legal team.
  2. Regulatory experience in the financial services industry.
About OKX

OKX is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange that is revolutionizing the world of digital assets. We are committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent, and accessible society through blockchain technology. Our team is passionate about innovation and excellence, and we are seeking like-minded individuals to join us on this exciting journey.



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