Head of Legal & Compliance (Global Crypto Exchange)

<p data-path-to-node="4"><strong data-path-to-node="4" data-index-in-node="0">Summary</strong> We are seeking a Head of Legal &amp; Compliance with 10+ years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) to support our crypto exchange client. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in digital asset platforms and native-level fluency in both Mandarin and English. This is a remote position requiring deep jurisdictional expertise in one or more of the following regions: Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, or the EU.</p> <p data-path-to-node="5"><strong data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="0">Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="6"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Strategic Advisory:</strong> Provide expert legal counsel on complex compliance and regulatory matters specific to the cryptocurrency exchange sector.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Documentation &amp; Drafting:</strong> Draft, review, and negotiate high-value contracts, user agreements, and legal disclosures in both Mandarin and English.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Regulatory Oversight:</strong> Ensure strict adherence to global legal standards and internal corporate policies across multiple jurisdictions.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Global Coordination:</strong> Liaise with international legal teams and external counsel to ensure consistent legal practices and brand protection worldwide.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Risk Mitigation:</strong> Analyze intricate legal challenges and provide proactive, strategic solutions to safeguard the business.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,5,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,5,0" data-index-in-node="0">Horizon Scanning:</strong> Stay abreast of evolving regional regulatory changes and assess their impact on the exchange’s global operations.</p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="7"><strong data-path-to-node="7" data-index-in-node="0">Required Skills &amp; Qualifications</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="8"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="8,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="8,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Experience:</strong> 10+ years of PQE, with a proven track record in a legal leadership role, preferably within a major crypto exchange or fintech firm.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="8,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="8,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Languages:</strong> Native or professional-grade fluency in both Mandarin and English (written and verbal).</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="8,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="8,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Jurisdictional Expertise:</strong> Admission to the bar in Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, or an EU member state.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="8,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="8,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Domain Knowledge:</strong> Comprehensive understanding of international regulatory frameworks governing digital assets, AML/CTF, and securities laws.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="8,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="8,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Soft Skills:</strong> Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships globally.</p> </li> </ul>