Regulatory Counsel - South Korea
Binance, a prominent global blockchain ecosystem supporting the largest cryptocurrency exchange worldwide, serves over 300 million users in 100+ countries. The company is renowned for its top-tier security measures, transparent user fund handling, high-speed trading engine, extensive liquidity, and diverse array of digital asset products. Binance's services cover trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more, leveraging digital assets and blockchain technology to foster a financially inclusive ecosystem aimed at enhancing global financial access.
Responsibilities:
- Offer comprehensive legal and regulatory assistance to local Korean business teams, encompassing general legal advisory, contract review, and negotiation support across various legal domains like commercial law, corporate law, labor law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
- Proactively identify and address regulatory and legal risks, suggest solutions, and foresee support requirements to provide strategic legal guidance to local teams.
- Stay updated on Korean laws, regulations, and developments relevant to the company, offering strategic advice to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, delivering well-rounded risk assessments and recommendations that align business goals with regulatory compliance and risk management.
- Develop, implement, and oversee local legal and compliance programs including ongoing regulatory strategies and engagement with Korean regulatory entities.
- Aid internal stakeholders in regulatory filings, licensing, and handling regulatory inquiries or investigations in Korea.
Requirements:
- Possess 5-8 years of experience in regulatory legal roles, ideally within payments, fintech, or cryptocurrency sectors.
- Have experience in legal and regulatory practices pertinent to Korean financial regulations, including involvement in licensing or direct interaction with Korean regulatory bodies.
- In-house legal background within Financial Services, Fintech, Technology, or similar regulated industries is highly desirable.
- Demonstrate strong expertise in Korean regulatory and compliance frameworks, coupled with a solid grasp of local laws impacting financial and technology sectors.
- Exhibit capabilities in offering practical legal advice that balances regulatory requirements and business objectives effectively.
- Showcase a proven track record of working independently in a fast-paced global setting, collaborating well with cross-functional teams in multiple locations.
- Possess excellent problem-solving skills, delivering clear, actionable counsel under tight deadlines.
- Have experience conducting risk assessments, compliance reviews, and enhanced due diligence in regulated environments.
- Demonstrate a hands-on approach with robust project management skills, able to manage complex legal and regulatory projects autonomously.
Benefits Offered:
- Contribute to shaping the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem.
- Collaborate with top talents in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure.
- Engage in unique, fast-paced projects autonomously within an innovative setting.
- Thrive in a results-oriented workplace with growth opportunities and continuous learning.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- WFH options available with flexibility.
Binance is committed to promoting an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.
