Deputy General Counsel, Product

Company: OKX

Location: US (Remote)

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $200,000–$300,000 USD per year

About the Company

OKX is a leading crypto exchange and 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. The company is backed by Proof of Reserves and operates across multiple global offices united by core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done.

About the Role

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice to Haves

• In-house experience at fintech and/or digital asset/crypto companies
• Experience in Web3

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents

Compensation Note

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.