General Counsel - Unicorn Blockchain/Crypto Company

China
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

Serve as the company’s chief legal advisor, owning all legal matters including corporate governance, commercial contracts, employment, IP, and dispute resolution.Advise the executive team on high-impact legal and strategic decisions.Regulatory & Compliance StrategyAct as the primary internal compliance authority, minimizing reliance on external counsel for routine matters.Lead regulatory research and create compliance frameworks tailored to the company’s products, jurisdictions, and risk appetite.Oversee global compliance operations for both existing and new products, including:Defining minimum viable controls to meet regulatory requirementsSelecting, onboarding, and managing third-party compliance partners/vendorsIdentifying and mitigating operational, legal, and reputational risks using proven hands-on experienceMonitor evolving regulations across jurisdictions and proactively adjust strategy and controls.Product & Business EnablementPartner with BD, Product, and Engineering teams to ensure compliance considerations are embedded from concept to launch.Provide actionable, experience-led guidance to enable swift and informed decision-making, avoiding inefficient trial-and-error approaches.Support partnership negotiations, vendor agreements, and go-to-market initiatives with sound legal structuring.External Stakeholder ManagementManage relationships with regulators, external law firms, and key compliance vendors.Represent the company in high-stakes negotiations, industry forums, and regulatory discussions.RequirementsNative English speaker with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Qualified lawyer (J.D., LLB, or equivalent) with 8+ years PQE, including significantProven track record in both regulatory research and compliance implementation, ideally within FI-type protocols or VASP environments.In-depth understanding of the crypto/DeFi regulatory landscape, with the ability to translate legal requirements into practical business processes.Direct experience supporting token events or other regulated digital assetsDemonstrated ability to lead legal functions in a fast-paced, innovative environment, balancing agility with compliance.Experience collaborating effectively across non-legal teams (BD, Product, Engineering).Comfortable operating with a pragmatic, risk-based approach that aligns with business goals.Nice to HaveExperience with US crypto tax considerations and related cross-border structuring.Previous global legal leadership role covering multiple regulatory regimes.Established professional network in the crypto compliance ecosystem.Familiarity with major compliance service providers and practical insight into their strengths, weaknesses, and potential pitfalls.Your search results0 || !isLoading())">You recently viewedHomebased / remote workingApply for General Counsel - Unicorn Blockchain/Crypto CompanyReference: GC871691Please complete all required fields marked *First Name *Last Name *Phone *Please check and insert your correct phone numberEmail *Please check and insert your correct email addressCV *

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