Summary We are seeking a Head of Legal & Compliance with 10+ years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) to support our crypto exchange client. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in digital asset platforms and native-level fluency in both Mandarin and English. This is a remote position requiring deep jurisdictional expertise in one or more of the following regions: Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, or the EU.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Advisory: Provide expert legal counsel on complex compliance and regulatory matters specific to the cryptocurrency exchange sector.
Documentation & Drafting: Draft, review, and negotiate high-value contracts, user agreements, and legal disclosures in both Mandarin and English.
Regulatory Oversight: Ensure strict adherence to global legal standards and internal corporate policies across multiple jurisdictions.
Global Coordination: Liaise with international legal teams and external counsel to ensure consistent legal practices and brand protection worldwide.
Risk Mitigation: Analyze intricate legal challenges and provide proactive, strategic solutions to safeguard the business.
Horizon Scanning: Stay abreast of evolving regional regulatory changes and assess their impact on the exchange’s global operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience: 10+ years of PQE, with a proven track record in a legal leadership role, preferably within a major crypto exchange or fintech firm.
Languages: Native or professional-grade fluency in both Mandarin and English (written and verbal).
Jurisdictional Expertise: Admission to the bar in Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, or an EU member state.
Domain Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of international regulatory frameworks governing digital assets, AML/CTF, and securities laws.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships globally.
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