Global Commercial Counsel: Crypto & Tech Contracts

Bitget Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bitget Limited, a leading digital assets company, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Hong Kong. You will work under the Legal Director focusing on commercial contracts, IP, and related matters on a global scale.

The role requires handling sponsorships, NDAs, MOUs, token listings, and licensing agreements while mitigating contract risks. Ideal candidates have 6–12 years PQE in Corporate/Commercial/TMT, strong drafting skills, and fluency in English and Mandarin.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 6-12 years of PQE in Corporate, Commercial or TMT.
• Law degree from a major common law jurisdiction (e.g. UK, Singapore, Hong Kong).
• Ability to handle commercial contract matters end-to-end.
• Start-up experience in fast-paced environments.
• Experience/knowledge of crypto products, regulations and transactions is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and make tough decisions.
• Excellent drafting and interpretation skills.
• Excellent command of English and business-proficient Mandarin Chinese.
• Right to work and based in Hong Kong.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Legal Director and focus on Commercial work (Contracts, Product, IP, etc.).
• Handle ongoing commercial issues and contracts globally including sponsorships, advertising, MOUs, NDAs, token listings, terms and conditions, brokerage, licensing and custody agreements.
• Address commercial contract risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Represent Bitget before commercial parties in negotiations where appropriate.
• Lead management of external law firms, including engagement, review, and fee approval.
• Advise internal stakeholders with robust, commercially sensible legal guidance throughout matters.
• Opportunity to work on disputes and/or employment practice areas.

Job description

Bitget Limited, a leading digital assets company, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Hong Kong. You will work under the Legal Director focusing on commercial contracts, IP, and related matters on a global scale.

The role requires handling sponsorships, NDAs, MOUs, token listings, and licensing agreements while mitigating contract risks. Ideal candidates have 6–12 years PQE in Corporate/Commercial/TMT, strong drafting skills, and fluency in English and Mandarin.