Head of EEA Legal, Deputy General Counsel

<div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxuseysYUio6Qia64JLLAwE7dh"> <div data-page-id="doxusokjWsaOkSCIjzixAfRM3sd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxusaUYeCmu82WSkkm5KDd00db"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div data-page-id="AEW3d0Y2noLuIcxROuFubTLpsZd" data-docx-has-block-data="false"><br> <div data-page-id="Kpucdjv7JoAcSZxSf7PuRl5Yscb" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-ARMWdtKDIowwlyxaSOuuzEqssIf"><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2> <div data-page-id="Kpucdjv7JoAcSZxSf7PuRl5Yscb" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">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.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles:&nbsp;<em>We Before Me</em>, <em>Do the Right Thing</em>, and <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> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-BDirdrdSCoeriwx88LilD3w9g9d"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-PiRwdXFmiomeQDxx0RUuDGJ1sag"><strong>About the team</strong></h2> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Zkz4dxr6foeYbTx89kIlDiXYgWf">OKX's Global Legal team provides legal advice and guidance to OKX and its affiliated entities across all coverage areas and geographic locations, and supports business growth by working with all teams within the company to help them achieve their goals. We are a high-functioning, collaborative and fast-paced team who enjoys the cutting-edge nature of our work and our industry. Our team of 60+ lawyers are located around the world, and the OKX Chief Legal Officer is based in the United States.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Cfb8dvi9voxFkWxhNcmuJX50sZb"> <div data-page-id="PNNZdiw4Yo1ZOmx8btbucw8qsLG" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-PiRwdXFmiomeQDxx0RUuDGJ1sag"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></h2> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NrSYd8kjeoNTrexRDNsuNpZOsMd"> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-O4nOdJZhZoL79ex4v3Ml9Ok2gMt">This is an essential, high-profile role at one of the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchanges in Europe. The Deputy General Counsel will play a central role in proactively shaping OKX's regulatory and legal strategy in the EEA.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-O4nOdJZhZoL79ex4v3Ml9Ok2gMt">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NefXdWWwqotNzzxkOrFlI1aPgkl">As Deputy General Counsel and Head of Legal, EEA, you will lead the EEA legal function, working closely with the EEA CEO and other key stakeholders and reporting into the Global Legal team. You will be providing strategic legal and regulatory guidance for OKX’s European entity and supporting business operations across the region. This role combines hands-on legal management, cross-functional advisory, and strategic leadership in an evolving regulatory and crypto landscape.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NefXdWWwqotNzzxkOrFlI1aPgkl">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CJbodpXUdoLAi5xmM73l7sBog2b">You will be a member of the EU management team and represent the legal function at relevant Board and committee meetings.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CJbodpXUdoLAi5xmM73l7sBog2b">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-PkSedkD7dojVwCxGx6tlyDmzgah">The right candidate will have direct legal experience and an enthusiastic belief in the digital asset space, 14+ years of experience working for a top-tier law firm, in-house at a financial services or digital assets company or with a financial services regulator and possess excellent writing and analytical skills. The ideal candidate has deep experience in financial services and digital asset regulation, EEA regulation, marketing and advertising, and contract law.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-PkSedkD7dojVwCxGx6tlyDmzgah">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-EmWJdB1TqoazkAxpQZIlfK2lgOe">We offer a competitive base salary and bonus structure as well as excellent benefits and an opportunity to work in a cutting-edge industry that will be the future of financial services.</div> </div> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-HytwdMMd1o5PQtxqi9QudDSMsWV"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong><strong> </strong></h2> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-O5mzdWyqVoYA79x2gq5lQFvXgZA">Supporting OKX's business expansion in the EEA. This role will be the primary legal point of contact for the OKX EEA entity, and will be called upon to support the business in its licensing and legal efforts to expand into the U.K. Market. The right candidate will also have experience in managing a team and representing OKX in relevant industry associations and promoting OKX's view point in consultation efforts.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-FXjudkwbYo4kM8xgjxZlIghsgud">Supporting the business in virtually all legal coverage areas, including but not limited to:</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-FXjudkwbYo4kM8xgjxZlIghsgud">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-FXjudkwbYo4kM8xgjxZlIghsgud"> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-JyZFdeC0EomgoIxcly6lXhCEgNg" data-list="bullet">Product development, regulatory matters, IP and trademark enforcement, corporate governance, licensing efforts, token listings for OKX Europe., contract negotiation, compliance legal support, institutional sales and partnerships, and marketing and advertising.</li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-SuFadqFloo6gblxdZfmlewh4gMe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Analyzing and advising on the legal risk of new and existing digital assets and managing the legal component of the new asset review process;</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-JAUbdZJxuo3wvkxczZxl8MvfgNy" data-list="bullet"> <div>Lead and manage lawyers covering the EEA so that legal efforts are coordinated and consistently achieve successful outcomes;</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NhTLdTTrzoqC1LxLFQWlkXCagqb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Collaborating with product and business development teams to achieve company-wide projects and goals; and</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-OoV8dRc4Mowp4GxWne7lecVTgQu" data-list="bullet"> <div>Managing legal requests from all areas of the business and effectively advising on legal concepts and legal risk with an eye towards the strategic goals of business leaders.</div> </li> </ul> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ZbeHdgORYoIbt2xj3avlbx3fgWb"><strong>You will spend a minimum of 50% of your time working from </strong><strong>OKX</strong><strong>'s </strong><strong>Malta based</strong><strong> office.</strong></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-ZvAmdvgIGoKyiHxjBTiu68Kcs9d"><strong>What We Look For In You&nbsp;</strong></h2> <div data-page-id="TXpSd0LOhoQea6xkpXilDagqgvy" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Ue97dJtItoF7G5xUsbEluLhmg6d" data-list="bullet"> <div>Strong communication and leadership skills, and excellent judgment</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GoGmdlxp7oaHGNxOwmKlxawHgEg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Self-starter who can contribute as both an individual and a team member, with limited reliance upon external counsel.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-KBitdRHOIospmexKYhgldhoSgAb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Law degree at a top-tier law school and qualified to practice law in the EEA.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-LY2ndHVk5oA7VHxr1WklqfH6gTd" data-list="bullet"> <div>14+ years of legal experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal team, preferably in the cryptocurrency/digital assets and/or financial services industry.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-UMOCd2e4IoRa8wxZRIvlV5MJgOg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience advising on digital asset and blockchain technology legal issues and have a strong understanding of the relevant legal and regulatory landscape.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AaiIdDzNcoQ4CUxKqVclo6JLgqb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience working with EU regulators and maintaining EU financial services and/or crypto exchange licenses.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AggHdKcTBom4Eux5N2ylNsTSggb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, growth-stage and multi-cultural environment.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GBzQdUIeHoCfQ3x7inClk4uOg4e" data-list="bullet"> <div>Ability to effectively advise and build trust with business teams.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-WchMduyR4ocehbxn0AZlY62Dgvd" data-list="bullet"> <div>Ability to navigate through a rapidly-changing legal landscape and deal with legal ambiguity.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NE1sdr3IpobOOoxxXjylFsmhg9k" data-list="bullet"> <div>Ability to work in a high-functioning legal team and feel comfortable in a collaborative working environment.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ZFE1d6UFqoKTkixuXyIloYKRgeg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience working on cross-jurisdictional matters and a global legal team.</div> </li> </ul> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-CmqsdZ2GTo6Z9VxuHx4ugzRRsm3"><strong>Perks &amp;<span style="font-size: 18pt;"> Benefits </span></strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XvQudJ7z0ouSnuxOibouMkKzsCc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Competitive total compensation package</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-GAzBdJXxLo291PxrthXurPeds4g" data-list="bullet"> <div>L&amp;D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CKPxdgHeoosenzxCpV2uV32ysz0" data-list="bullet"> <div>Various team building programs and company events</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XjPSdIa92oGeLox9Qo9uejVEs4c" data-list="bullet"> <div>Wellness and meal allowances&nbsp;</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CS34dAJCDoMDHxx95pZu43yjsxB" data-list="bullet"> <div>Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents</div> </li> <li 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