Lead US Product Counsel for Crypto & Fintech Regulation

About the Opportunity

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. The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising on crypto products and services in the centralized exchange space, and is comfortable providing practical legal advice in an evolving regulatory landscape. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of OKX in the US. You’ll partner closely with US Product and Business teams on cutting‑edge initiatives while navigating complex regulatory frameworks with clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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.

What We Look For In You

• 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 humor.

Nice to Haves

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

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.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $230,000 to $300,000. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non‑job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.