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Who We Are

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  • <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-UhgjdnsHGoe292xd0QDlXqFAgky">At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual&#39;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:&nbsp;<em>We Before Me</em>,&nbsp;<em>Do the Right Thing</em>, and&nbsp;<em>Get Things Done</em>.
  • These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
  • OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.</div>
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  • <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-OtA2dgv0foRmnqxdig3lGX9lgcf">As we expand rapidly globally, we are looking for a highly energetic and motivated legal counsel with a proven track record in law firms and/or in-house legal departments to join our <strong>Global Product Legal Team as Lead EU Product Counsel.</strong> The ideal candidate will have experience in advising on Crypto products and services, centralised exchange issues, and related legal and regulatory matters.
  • This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the legal landscape of the Virtual Asset/Centralised Exchange space and work closely with our EU Product teams on transformative and cutting-edge initiatives.
  • The role will involve working closely with local EU business teams to advise on various initiatives from a regulatory perspective.</div>
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  • <div>Provide counsel and support to our product and other stakeholders with respect to existing and new product offerings.</div>
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  • <div>Work directly with various business teams to anticipate legal, compliance and regulatory risks, structuring, designing and analysing issues relating to existing and new product offerings.</div>
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  • <div>Develop, draft and manage terms for new products and services, terms and conditions for events, disclaimers and warning notices.</div>
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  • <div>Advise local EU business teams on our various initiatives from a regulatory perspective.
  • Experience with MiCA, MiFID and EU derivatives would be advantageous.</div>
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  • <div>Draft, and review end-user agreements, product terms, and related documents.</div>
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  • <div>Partner with our risk, compliance and licensing teams to provide ongoing support in monitoring the changes in the legal and regulatory landscape in multiple jurisdictions.</div>
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  • <div>Coordinate cross-functional legal input by working closely with other members in the legal and compliance division.</div>
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  • <div>Law degree holder qualified in UK or other common law/relevant jurisdiction</div>
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  • <div>Qualified lawyer with 10+ years PQE</div>
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  • <div>Experience in advising on products and related legal and regulatory matters</div>
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  • <div>Experience with UK and EU regulators and regulations</div>
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  • <div>Commitment to ensuring the team succeeds with all tasks, duties and projects and willingness to help a team member in need</div>
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  • <div>Sound judgment on business practices, internal and external stakeholder relationship management and reputational risk</div>
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  • <div>Business driven and capable to facilitate business by providing solutions</div>
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  • <div>Capable to manage crisis and work in a fast-paced environment, able to cope with tight deadlines</div>
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  • <div>Business proficiency in spoken and written English (Mandarin would be an added bonus but not absolutely necessary).</div>
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  • <div>Well-organized, detail-oriented, presentable and with excellent drafting and communication skills (both verbally and in writing)</div>
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  • <div>Ability to approach situations and challenges with a sense of humour</div>
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  • <div>In-house experience at fintech and digital asset/crypto companies a definite advantage</div>
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  • <div>Experience in Web3 beneficial</div>
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