VP, Regulatory Counsel

VP, Regulatory Counsel

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR Corporate – Legal / Hybrid

apply for this job The Legal team provides legal and regulatory advice to ensure that all CDC products and services are compliant per local regulations while also meeting the needs of CDC customers. The team interfaces externally with regulators and service providers to safeguard CDC from legal liabilities. Focus areas include Commercial and Regulatory/ Product.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary legal point of contact for Product and Engineering teams, providing end-to-end legal guidance from the "ideation" phase through to product launch and beyond.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on regulatory and policy issues related to the crypto industry, blockchain technology, and emerging DeFi protocols.
• Leverage knowledge to provide sound legal guidance on tech-related financial regulation, consumer protection, and the legal implications of smart contract logic.
• Carefully draft and meticulously review legal documents, including Terms of Service, developer agreements, and tech-related corporate or regulatory filings.
• Advise on ensuring compliance with applicable laws governing financial services, crypto, decentralized applications, and cross-border licensing requirements.
• Review product features and UI/UX flows to identify and mitigate legal risks while maintaining a seamless user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to offer actionable legal advice that balances business innovation with regulatory constraints.
• Represent the company in negotiations and interactions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders regarding product-specific legal frameworks.
• Maintain awareness of legal and regulatory developments in the crypto industry and proactively share insights to help pivot product strategy when necessary.
• Interact with regulators and assist with licensing applications or inquiries related to specific product offerings.

Requirements

• Possess 5-8 years of well-rounded experience as a lawyer, with a distinct focus on product counsel or regulatory affairs within the fintech/crypto sector.
• Strong, substantive understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and the mechanics of decentralized financial products.
• Familiar with financial products and relevant global licensing and regulatory requirements (e.g., AML/KYC, securities laws, and VASP frameworks).
• Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, adeptly working both independently and as a collaborative partner to technical teams.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to provide practical, "solution-oriented" legal advice on complex tech-related matters.
• Strong communicator with a flair in translating complex compliance requirements into actionable guidance for cross-functional stakeholders.

Life @ Crypto.com   Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team. Transformational and proactive working environment. Elevate employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions. Growth from within. We help to develop new skill-sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth. Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another. One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet.      Are you ready to kickstart your future with us?    Benefits   Competitive salary  Medical insurance package with extended coverage to dependents  Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid or remote set-up Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.   Work Perks: crypto.com visa card provided upon joining    Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.   About Crypto.com:   Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 150 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.   Learn more at https://crypto.com.    Crypto.com is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way. Crypto.com values diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team.   Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment purposes only.   Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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