Regulatory Counsel

RedotPay; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

RedotPay, a global crypto payment fintech headquartered in Hong Kong, seeks a senior Regulatory Counsel to lead the regulatory compliance function. You will oversee license applications, management, and ongoing maintenance across Hong Kong and international markets.

You will also drive license localisation programmes, respond to external regulator RFIs, and manage regulatory aspects of channel onboarding, partnering with the Compliance team to uphold top standards in a fast‑growing environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with admission in HK, UK, US, or another jurisdiction.
• LLB or equivalent from a top-tier university.
• 5+ years in regulatory compliance within financial services, payments, crypto, or fintech.
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional license applications and regulator liaison.

Responsibilities

• License Application, Management & Maintenance for HK and abroad, ensuring compliance and timely renewals.
• License Localisation & Compliance Programmes to align with global standards.
• External Regulatory RFI management, coordinating internal responses and timely submissions.
• Channel Onboarding oversight to ensure licensing readiness for new channels.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Policy development

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Law degree (LLB) with admission

Job description

About RedotPay

RedotPay is a global crypto payment fintech company headquartered in Hong Kong, focused on integrating blockchain solutions with traditional financial systems. Our user-friendly platform empowers millions worldwide to spend and send crypto assets seamlessly, promoting faster, more accessible, and inclusive financial services. We are dedicated to advancing financial inclusion for unbanked and supporting crypto enthusiasts by driving the adoption of secure, flexible crypto-powered solutions. Join our dynamic team to shape the future of finance and contribute to meaningful global impact.

The Opportunity

Join our senior leadership team as Regulatory Counsel in a rapidly expanding fintech environment. You will lead the regulatory compliance function, overseeing license application and management across Hong Kong and international jurisdictions, managing external regulatory inquiries, and driving the development of robust compliance policies in partnership with the Compliance team.

Responsibilities:

License Application, Management & Maintenance (HK & Abroad):

Lead the strategic application, oversight, renewal, and maintenance of licenses for crypto and payment services in Hong Kong and key international markets, including anticipating regulatory shifts, directing the preparation of complex documentation, and ensuring proactive compliance with evolving jurisdictional requirements to support business expansion.

License Localisation & Compliance Programmes:

Drive the development, review, and enhancement of compliance programmes to support each license localisation process in close collaboration with the Compliance team, including conducting in-depth regulatory gap analyses, aligning frameworks with global standards, and leading organization-wide implementation to foster a culture of compliance excellence.

External Regulatory RFI:

Oversee responses to requests for information from external entities such as regulators, private investigators, or other authorities, including strategizing internal coordination, reviewing and approving drafted responses, and guaranteeing timely, precise, and confidential submissions that uphold the highest compliance standards.

Channel Onboarding:

Lead the regulatory and licensing aspects of channel onboarding, ensuring that new distribution, banking, payment, and partnership channels meet applicable licensing, compliance, and jurisdictional requirements before go-live, and providing ongoing support to maintain regulatory readiness as channels scale.

Qualifications:

• Qualified lawyer with full admission to practice law in Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the United States, or another jurisdiction (e.g., Singapore, Australia, or Canada), holding an LLB or equivalent legal degree from a top-tier university.
• At least 5+ years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, in-house counsel, or similar roles within the financial services, payments, crypto, or fintech sectors. Must have substantial hands‑on experience in license management (including applications, renewals, and audits) and direct communications with regulators, with a proven track record of navigating multi-jurisdictional challenges in high‑growth environments.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and cross‑functional collaborations, with superior strategic thinking, risk assessment, and problem‑solving abilities. Exceptional research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills are required, including expertise in policy development, regulatory interpretation, and high‑pressure decision‑making.
• A deep passion for the crypto and payments industries, combined with the ability to start immediately and thrive in a fast‑paced, senior‑level setting.