Legal Counsel, Litigation & Legal Process
New York, United States; San Jose, California, United States·Posted today
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<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"> <div data-page-id="Q8BOdEvTVo0DKgxSfGslfPUig4c" data-lark-html-role="root" data-docx-has-block-data="false"> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlgy1sPLlNxJsr8I3PpJ1Ayxd"><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgXIPsO58X7LR1BhdRUgI0cc">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: <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.</div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlgPL4wEU6EhTv0JK6N5smKgf"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></h2> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgR1oGyi2Vy14teEQOfURDxp">The 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. Our team has attorneys around the world, and handles legal matters in literally hundreds of countries . The Global Litigation, Regulatory Enforcement and Investigations team handles OKX’s disputes, enforcement matters and government engagement worldwide at the intersection of litigation, regulation and emerging technology.</div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlgTETD36R3Y82cczrXWAhzZf"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing </strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-O4gFdoRPmoSkBzxwkuplffSGgEg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Third-party legal process:</div> <ul class="list-bullet2"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ANPKdiEAwo9YmPxB0jwlZxp8g9b" data-list="bullet"> <div>Review and respond to subpoenas, Section 1782 applications, garnishments, and court orders including TROs, preliminary injunctions and receivership orders served on OKX.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-QAMJdxnK5ouOSoxpHBzlZxn3g0g" data-list="bullet"> <div>Negotiate scope with issuing parties and directly interface with opposing counsel, object or move to quash where appropriate, and manage productions or other required actions through to closure.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Iq0ddEzDVoe4sKxJlUxlctJMgmg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Address competing or conflicting orders from multiple jurisdictions, coordinating with OKX’s international legal process team and global litigation team.</div> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-TM2VdenB5oUz0vxSLtrl15q1gLF" data-list="bullet"> <div>Government and law enforcement requests:</div> <ul class="list-bullet2"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-EoaxdyMocoFSrix4DNQl7Crpgzc" data-list="bullet"> <div>Respond to US law enforcement and government process escalated by the legal response operations team, including grand jury subpoenas, court orders, and asset freeze and seizure requests.</div> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-VLzjdVFDpowESGxKpAhlsAkEg7b" data-list="bullet"> <div>Litigation and demands:</div> <ul class="list-bullet2"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-MTaOdcleyo26orxa8R5lUPDxgNg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Assess and respond to litigation demands and threatened claims, handling matters directly where appropriate and escalating as needed.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-KiYidP1V3oDYHuxr8HsllKgrgxf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Assist with matters that progress from legal process into litigation, working with senior team members and external counsel.</div> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-F7AAdJXwNo8IMqxF5Erl78A4gHf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Cross-functional partnership: Work with Compliance, Risk, Operations and data teams to gather facts and deliver accurate, timely responses; advise stakeholders on disclosure and privacy risk.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-VveZdBRs5ohdO4xOZcXlG3sbgCe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Process and reporting: Develop templates, playbooks and standard responses; embed AI to drive efficiency; identify trends and recommend process improvements.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgx5CBuc9ZdKlSwcYKLsxBeb"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlglRlI7UHfFhAsJmUTvWj9Rb"><strong>What We Look For In You </strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-RkMVdmo2XoGcK7xP6BulJR77gWc" data-list="bullet"> <div>JD and admission in good standing in at least one US state.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-LWFHdRylPoDfUKxrl4rlssX9gZb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Candidate may be based in New York or the San Francisco Bay Area</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-TLmqdZDw2ocJYBxLb1nle6LxgKg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Minimum 4 years of litigation experience at a leading law firm, financial institution, fintech or government agency.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Xzd3duHE1oBsqmxoQFjlh6YygJh" data-list="bullet"> <div>Working knowledge of federal and state civil procedure, including subpoena and motion practice.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-CrIQdODgCo1Wgixn6eqlSdvlgMe" data-list="bullet"> <div>Sound judgment and the ability to manage a high volume of time-sensitive matters.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-QGmcdCb1OoxRF1xlZAHlEr0OgJv" data-list="bullet"> <div>Excellent written and spoken communication skills.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Mk9sd24GGovFZWxlEZMlsvKogZg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment across global time zones.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-YaGodBTC6oCjyXxNIY3lEQDrgob" data-list="bullet"> <div>Enthusiasm about building an in-house career in a fast-growing, regulated industry.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgnvLfDR7fRb5xpcliEPjztb"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlg3UVMmGmD1jT5kyrFlz7bHf"><strong>Nice to Haves</strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NWMJdz1jCoeuvyxzP2MlNYxFgke" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience in traditional finance, fintech, payments, crypto or digital assets.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-HMaidpB75oDTEYx2Xe4lb9tagGf" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience with legal process or law enforcement response at a financial institution or technology company.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-WAEBdGisBoTV9RxCieElU9HUg1f" data-list="bullet"> <div>Familiarity with the Stored Communications Act, Bank Secrecy Act or financial privacy laws.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-ONBEdnS7YoCDuFxrzOtlCkqngfh" data-list="bullet"> <div>Experience with emergency relief, asset freezes, receiverships or judgment enforcement.</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-NlpndPjvbo09Z8xUXyTlTwCLgzb" data-list="bullet"> <div>Prior in-house experience or secondment.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgFG3YFzzBJBiyDdFm2XD6Id"> </div> <h2 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-doxlgZGnAIWoCBqcKrYHNFMIDxh"><strong>Perks & Benefits </strong></h2> <ul class="list-bullet1"> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgfpdHbuQytPOMwN8xESKL2g" data-list="bullet"> <div>Competitive total compensation package</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlg9HWgH7TbI7DkHKnHCPel16" data-list="bullet"> <div>L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgDtoSAeoBZ8KRdb7eA0oUCg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Various team building programs and company events</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgsvapfmLXlq6kojKQNnHr4c" data-list="bullet"> <div>Wellness and meal allowances</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlg9B4QnHC3eSmyHiMnMbq6tg" data-list="bullet"> <div>Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants</div> </li> <li class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-doxlgGH4b053xe1Iin95wshJ6Y6" data-list="bullet"> <div>More that we love to tell you along the process!</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-J6lndoOhkoeodlx8AJOlX1Bdgah"> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Rj6idruBGoh3NUxwmPjlT3qSgRg"><strong>OKX</strong><strong> Statement:</strong></div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AeIud9yqponEmUxpCgplCL6RgZf">OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AJXVdTDq2oHvXLxo96dlQDk5gbh"> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-EfTXdZuz0o6k7gxIP4yl0Db9gad">The salary range for this position is $143,111 to $214,666.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-U0ENdmoPmoYEXCxYzzdl1psZg7e">The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via OKX internal or external careers site.</div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-AxGxdyD7UoudkUxj4iPlSt4Rg8e"> </div> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-HTRydFmXroZlEjxxCMmlJwddgZd"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">#LI-SK1 #LI-HYBRID</span></div> </div> <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"> <div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-JGIsdeznCo2qpfxJAqkuViMfsHS"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="content-conclusion"><div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="18"><span class="text-only"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="6">Notice:<br></span></span></span> <div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="26"><span class="text-only">All official </span><span class="text-only text-with-abbreviation text-with-abbreviation-bottomline">OKX</span><span class="text-only"> vacancies are published on this website.</span></span> <span class="text-only" data-eleid="28"><span class="text-only">While roles may appear on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. </span></span><strong><span class="text-only" data-eleid="29"><span class="text-only">If in doubt, please apply directly through our official careers website.</span></span></strong></div> </div> <div data-lark-html-role="root"><span class="text-only" data-eleid="18"><span class="text-only">Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to </span><span class="text-only text-with-abbreviation text-with-abbreviation-bottomline">OKX</span><span class="text-only">'s </span></span><a class="link rich-text-anchor __anchor-intercept-flag__ text-content-link" href="https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/okx-candidate-privacy-notice" target="_blank" data-eleid="19" data-lark-is-custom="true" data-lark-link="true">Candidate Privacy Notice</a><span class="text-only" data-eleid="20"><span class="text-only">.</span></span></div></div>