Deputy General Counsel

OKX

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Competitive base salary; bonus structure available...
On-site
12+ years law firm or in-house experience
Financial services and securities law expertise
Vara and esca regulatory knowledge
The role serves as the primary legal point of contact for regulatory matters across the Middle East and CIS, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kazakhstan

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the primary legal point of contact for regulatory matters across the Middle East and CIS, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kazakhstan.
  • Candidates must possess a basic understanding of the cryptocurrency space and over 12 years of experience in top law firms or in-house roles.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary and bonus structure within a cutting-edge industry reshaping financial services.

Matching Summary

The role serves as the primary legal point of contact for regulatory matters across the Middle East and CIS, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kazakhstan.

Salary

Competitive base salary; Bonus structure available; Excellent benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years law firm or in-house experience
  • Financial services and securities law expertise
  • VARA and ESCA regulatory knowledge
  • Middle East and CIS market legal experience
  • Digital asset trading product advisory

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiastic belief in cryptocurrency space
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent writing and analytical skills
  • Collaborative fast-paced team environment
  • Experience with government relations

Key Requirements

  • 12+ years of legal experience
  • Experience with VARA/ESCA regulations
  • Jurisdiction-specific approval pathways knowledge
  • Top law firm or brand-name business background

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