Head of UK Legal

Who We Are At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by technology. Founded in 2017, we are revolutionising world systems through our cutting-edge digital asset exchange, Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems. We reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 50 million users in 180 countries globally, OKX empowers every individual to explore the world of Web3. With our extensive range of products and services, and unwavering commitment to security and reliability, we provide an essential trading platform for the world's investors and institutions. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. As strong believers in the value of blockchain technology, we are committed to building a more inclusive and open financial future and we know that starts with the people who build it. About the team 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. About the opportunity As Deputy General Counsel and Head of Legal, UK, you will lead the UK legal function, working closely with the UK CEO and other key UK stakeholders and reporting into the Global Legal team. You will provide strategic legal advice to the UK business and work closely with global legal colleagues and senior business leaders on regulatory, commercial and strategic matters. You will be a member of the UK management team and represent the legal function at relevant Board and committee meetings. 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, U.K. licensing, marketing and advertising, and contract law. 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. What You’ll Be Doing - Supporting OKX's business expansion into the United Kingdom. This role will be the primary legal point of contact for the OKX U.K. 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 government and regulatory relations and will be responsible for ensuring OKX is a valued contributor to the developing legal frameworks in the sector. This will include representing OKX in relevant industry associations and promoting OKX's view point in consultation efforts. - Supporting the business in virtually all legal coverage areas, including but not limited to product development, regulatory matters, IP and trademark enforcement, corporate governance, licensing efforts, token listings for OKX U.K., contract negotiation, compliance legal support, institutional sales and partnerships, and marketing and advertising; - Analyzing and advising on the legal risk of new and existing digital assets and managing the legal component of the new asset review process; - Collaborating with product and business development teams to achieve company-wide projects and goals; and - 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. - You will be working from OKX's London office three days a week. You may work remotely two days a week. What We Look For In You - Law degree at a top-tier law school and qualified to practice law in the U.K. - 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. - Experience advising on digital asset and blockchain technology legal issues and have a basic understanding of the relevant legal and regulatory landscape. - Experience working with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and obtaining U.K. financial services and/or crypto exchange licenses. - Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, growth-stage and multi-cultural environment. - Ability to effectively advise and build trust with business teams. - Ability to navigate through a rapidly-changing legal landscape and deal with legal ambiguity. - Ability to work in a high-functioning legal team and feel comfortable in a collaborative working environment. - Self-starter, quick learner who is highly driven, proactive, responsive and precise. - Experience working on cross-jurisdictional matters and a global legal team. Perks & 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 - More that we love to tell you along the process! Notice: All official OKX vacancies are published on this website. While roles may appear on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. If in doubt, please apply directly through our official careers website. Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to OKX's Candidate Privacy Notice.