Legal Counsel

About HashKey Group

HashKey Group is Asia’s leading end-to-end digital asset financial services group. With one of the first licensed virtual asset exchanges in Hong Kong, we are at the forefront of driving institutional-grade digital asset innovation across regulated trading, custody, asset management, and blockchain solutions in global markets.

Role Overview

We are seeking a collaborative and sharp Legal Counsel to join our expanding legal team. This is a high-impact role supporting the legal and regulatory functions of our licensed virtual asset exchanges operating in Hong Kong, Bermuda, the UAE, and other jurisdictions. The role includes advisory on regulatory interaction, licensing, commercial partnerships, risk disclosures and marketing initiatives, with strong scope for career growth and meaningful work in digital finance.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a key legal advisor for the Group’s regulated exchange businesses

Strategically problem solving through regulatory enquiries, hands-on drafting of regulatory responses and manage fire drills. Dismantle complex or novel regulatory scenarios, such as new licensing criteria, product approval cycles, or shifting regulatory obligations, by designing tailored approaches that balance business objectives with full regulatory compliance

Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial and exchange-related contracts, including distribution, listing, custodian agreements, OTC, fund related documentation, partnership MOUs, confidentiality agreements, intragroup agreements and service arrangements, core client/user-facing documentation, terms and conditions, legal disclaimers, risk disclosures, etc.

Continuously monitor the evolving local and international regulatory landscape affecting virtual asset exchanges, proactively identifying how new or proposed regulations may impact the business. Devise coordinated strategies for rapid compliance and risk mitigation, involving consultation with cross-functional teams

Provide structured legal input in due diligence processes, product risk assessments, and investor communications

Work cross-functionally with the business team, operations, product, compliance, risk and marketing personnel to assess contractual risks and ensure alignment with regulatory expectations

What We Are Looking For

Legal qualification in Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the United States or the PRC (HK-qualified preferred)

1-3 years’ PQE with corporate or disputes (non contentious) experience with a reputable law firm; additional in-house experience in virtual assets, securities, or fintech sectors is ideal

Exceptional legal drafting skills

Strategic thinker, capable of juggling multiple priorities and managing tight deadlines

Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide advice under pressure and at pace

Hands-on experience working with or advising regulated financial institutions, or engaging with regulatory authorities

Adaptability to a rapidly evolving industry and familiarity with or interest in digital asset regulatory frameworks

Language proficiency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin (written and spoken)

What We Offer

A rare opportunity to join a landmark regulated virtual asset exchange at the cutting edge of financial and technological innovation

Dynamic and supportive work environment with close access to senior leadership

Regional exposure across multiple active regulatory regimes in Asia and beyond

Rich learning opportunities on both traditional legal frameworks and the new frontier of digital regulation