Deputy General Counsel, Product
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About the role
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. As we expand our US footprint, we are seeking a dynamic, energetic and business-minded attorney to join our Global Product Legal Team as Lead US Product Counsel. This is a high-impact role for a legal leader with a proven track record in top-tier law firms and/or in-house legal departments. The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising on crypto products and services in the centralized exchange space, and is comfortable providing practical legal advice in an evolving regulatory landscape. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of OKX in the US. You'll partner closely with US Product and Business teams on cutting-edge initiatives while navigating complex regulatory frameworks with clarity and confidence.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic legal partner to the Product team and other stakeholders, advising on both existing and new US product offerings throughout the product lifecycle - from concept to launch.
- Proactively identify legal and regulatory risks of new products and services, advising on product structure and design to mitigate risks and bring top-tier products and services to the US market.
- Develop, draft and manage disclosures for new products and services, including terms and conditions, customer agreements, event and promotion terms, disclaimers and risk notices.
- Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, Finance and other stakeholders to track evolving legal and regulatory developments, and conduct product impact assessments of such developments.
- Coordinate cross-functional input into the product launch process by working closely with other Legal and Compliance stakeholders to deliver seamless, business-focused solutions.
- What We Look For In You
- Law degree from a top law school
- Admission to practice law in any state in the US
- 10+ years of experience in product counseling and other financial services regulatory and legal matters, ideally both in-house and at a top law firm
- Experience engaging with US regulators, including CFTC, SEC and other US federal and state regulators
- Sound judgment on business practices, internal and external stakeholder relationship management and reputational risk
- Business-driven and solution-oriented
- Thrives in a fast-paced work environment, able to cope with tight deadlines
- Business proficiency in spoken and written English
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and presentable with excellent drafting and communication skills
- Ability to approach situations and challenges with a sense of humour
Requirements
- In-house experience at fintech and/or digital asset/crypto companies
- Experience in Web3
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