Job Description

About Hashkey

Established in 2018 with roots in investing and building in blockchain and digital assets dating back to 2015. HashKey Group is one of the largest regulated institutional service providers for the digital asset ecosystem in Asia. The flagship business lines of HashKey Group include:

• HashKey Exchange: Regulated digital assets exchanges and OTC brokerage businesses with appropriate licenses in Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan
• HashKey Capital: A leading digital assets and blockchain-focused asset management company with close to $USD 1 billion in client\xe2\x80\x99s assets since inception
• HashQuark: An innovative technology-driven staking-as-a-service provider

At HashKey Group, you will have the opportunity to work with innovative and entrepreneurial professionals. and become experts in the cutting-edge fields of blockchain and digital assets. We strive to create a nimble, professional, and respectful work environment where our people can grow individually and collectively.

Job Responsibilities

Legal

• Structure, draft and reviewing legal documentation.
• Where necessary, assist in the negotiation of agreements and provide transactional legal support and guidance to the group\xe2\x80\x99s Singapore business lines.
• Participating and providing support from a legal coverage and support on group-wide projects and the launch of new business lines and products
• Liaise with and manage external counsel locally and internally to address legal needs of the group.
• Manage relationships and communication with regulatory bodies and authorities as well as industry groups.

Compliance

• Monitor developments and provide guidance in respect of evolving digital assets regulation in Singapore and the Region.
• Design and execute compliance programs for various business lines and ensure that existing operations are compliant with applicable regulations.
• Compilation and review of escalations in relation to identified compliance issues.
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting for licensed business lines.

Job Requirements:

• LL.B. or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 2-4 years of Post-Qualification Experience in legal roles, with a preference towards experience in financial services regulatory or investment fund-related work.
• Qualification to the Singapore bar or an equivalent jurisdiction preferred.
• Understanding of and experience with digital assets, blockchain, and related legal issues is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing regulatory landscapes and provide proactive legal guidance.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

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