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Associate General Counsel, Malta

OKX

Sliema, MaltaPosted 3h ago

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Location: Sliema, Malta
Level: Executive
Function: Legal & Compliance

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This role functions as a primary legal advisor for OKX’s European operations based in Malta, overseeing regulatory compliance and product development. The associate will manage legal risks associated with digital asset listings, handle interactions with local regulators, and support corporate governance initiatives. It sits at the intersection of traditional financial services law and emerging crypto-asset frameworks like MiCA.

Possess a Doctor of Law (LL.D.) or Master in Advocacy
Hold a valid warrant to practice as an Advocate in Malta
Minimum 5 years of experience at a top law firm or in-house
Current resident of Malta
Experience with MiCA, GDPR, or MiFID regulations

Corporate GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceDigital Asset LawContract NegotiationLitigation Management

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About the role (from employer)

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the team

OKX’s Legal team provides legal advice and guidance to the Company across all coverage areas and geographic locations, and supports business growth and development by working with all teams within the company to help them achieve their goals. We are a high-functioning, collaborative and fast-paced team who enjoys the cutting-edge nature of our work and our industry

About the Opportunity

You will report to the team’s European Associate General Counsel based in Malta. You will work closely with all members of the Global Legal team and business leaders throughout the company, but will concentrate on supporting OKX's European entities, which are based in Malta.

The right candidate will have a basic understanding of and enthusiastic belief in the cryptocurrency/digital asset space, 5+ years of experience working for a top law firm or in-house at a fast-paced, business, and possess strong academic credentials and excellent writing and analytical skills. The ideal candidate should also possess experience working on matters pertaining to cryptocurrency/digital assets, and/or touching upon financial services laws and regulations (for example MICA, GDPR, MIFID).

We offer a competitive base salary and bonus structure as well as excellent benefits and an opportunity to work in a cutting-edge industry that will be the future of financial services.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support the business in virtually all legal coverage areas, including but not limited to complaints and litigation handling, product development, corporate governance, contract negotiation, regulatory matters, compliance legal support, institutional sales and partnerships, and marketing/advertising;
Analyze and advise on the legal risk of new and existing digital assets and manage the legal component of the new asset review process;
To the extent needed, manage civil or regulatory litigation matters and retain and supervise outside counsel;
Manage on-going license obligations, communicating with the Regulator, drafting and maintaining internal policies, and working collaboratively to support the legal function;
Collaborate with product and business development teams to achieve company-wide projects and goals;
Assist as needed with corporate governance, and other corporate matters; and
Manage legal requests from all areas of the business and effectively advise on legal concepts and legal risk with an eye towards the strategic goals of business leaders.

What We Look For In You

Must possess the academic degree of Doctor of Law (LL.D.) or Master in Advocacy and have obtained the warrant necessary to practice as an Advocate pursuant to the laws of Malta;
Resident of Malta;
5+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal team, preferably in a financial services or crypto industry;
Experience advising on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology legal issues (or strong interest and knowledge in the field) and have a basic understanding (or eager to learn) about the relevant legal/regulatory landscape;
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, growth-stage and multi-cultural environment;
Ability to effectively advise and build trust with business teams;
Ability to navigate through a rapidly-changing legal landscape and deal with legal ambiguity;
Ability to work in a high-functioning legal team and feel comfortable in a collaborative working environment;
Self-starter, quick learner who is highly driven, proactive, responsive and precise;
Experience working on cross-jurisdictional matters and a global legal team;
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts.

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
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Source & provenanceThis job is published by OKX on their own careers site (23 October 2026) and aggregated by RWA Signal.View original posting

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