Product Lead Counsel

Binance

Product Lead Counsel guiding regulatory strategy for Binance’s global cryptocurrency and blockchain products. Embedding legal controls across product development, governance, and international market expansion.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • ⛩ Anywhere in AsiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in global financial product regulation, particularly in spot and derivatives trading, payment systems, and digital assets. Proven ability to lead legal teams, manage regulatory compliance, and effectively engage with stakeholders across diverse jurisdictions.

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Regulatory Legal ExperienceGlobal Financial Product RegulationStakeholder ManagementCryptocurrency Industry KnowledgeLegal Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Regulatory Compliance ManagementProduct GovernanceRisk AssessmentLegal GuidanceRegulatory Risk MitigationProduct Lifecycle ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationNegotiation SkillsTraining and WorkshopsLegal Framework Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrong Business AcumenSolutions-Oriented ApproachRelationship BuildingAbility to Thrive Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualified to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

CryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesRegulatory EnvironmentProduct DevelopmentEmerging Verticals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Binance's global product legal lead, providing regulatory and legal guidance across the full product lifecycle — from ideation through launch to ongoing operations
Advise product teams on regulatory implications of new features, product enhancements, and market expansions across jurisdictions
Lead the assessment and mitigation of regulatory risks across Binance's product suite, including spot and derivatives trading, payments, digital assets, and emerging verticals
Partner directly with product managers, engineers, compliance, risk, and BD to embed legal and regulatory considerations into product development processes
Build and maintain scalable product compliance frameworks and controls that support growth across diverse regulatory environments
Act as a key decision-maker in product governance forums, balancing regulatory compliance with business objectives and user needs
Lead engagement with regulators and external counsel on product-related matters across multiple jurisdictions
Stay ahead of global regulatory developments and translate them into actionable guidance for product and business teams
Conduct cross-functional workshops and training to elevate regulatory awareness across the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified to practice law in a leading jurisdiction with significant international regulatory legal experience
10+ years of experience in regulatory legal roles, preferably in-house at a technology, financial services, or cryptocurrency company
Deep knowledge of global financial product regulation, including spot and derivatives trading, payment systems, and digital assets
Proven track record of working embedded with product and engineering teams to shape product decisions
Experience managing complex regulatory compliance matters and engaging with regulators across multiple jurisdictions
Experience leading and scaling legal teams across regions
Strong stakeholder management skills — ability to build trusted relationships with regulators, business leaders, product teams, and external counsel
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Strong business acumen with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach
Deep understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and its evolving global regulatory landscape
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment managing multiple priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and company benefits
Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
Opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment