Head of Intergovernmental & Regulatory Affairs - EU & UK

OKX; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Token/equity participation

Job summary

OKX is seeking a seasoned leader to head Intergovernmental and regulatory affairs for the EEA and UK. You will shape regulatory strategy, engage regulators, and serve as the company’s representative in government and policy forums.

You will work with senior leadership across Global Legal, Compliance, and Product to embed regulatory considerations into business decisions, build relationships with regulators in multiple jurisdictions, and grow a high-impact government relations team.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs.
• Experience in financial services or emerging technology preferred.
• Existing relationships with regulators in EEA/UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global government relations strategy aligned to business goals.
• Build relationships with regulators, government agencies, legislative bodies, and industry associations across key jurisdictions.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory developments (MiCA, DORA, FSMA) for internal stakeholders.
• Represent the company in regulatory consultations, policy roundtables, and industry working groups.
• Develop the company's policy positions and draft regulatory submissions, consultation responses, and position papers.
• Partner with the wider Legal team and Compliance, Product, Communications and Business teams to embed regulatory considerations in decisions.
• Advise senior leadership and the Board on geopolitical and regulatory risk.
• Lead and grow a team of government relations professionals.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Public policy

Government relations

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Job description

Who We Are:

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by technology. Founded in 2017, we are revolutionising world systems through our cutting-edge digital asset exchange, Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems. We reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 50 million users in 180 countries globally, OKX empowers every individual to explore the world of Web3. With our extensive range of products and services, and unwavering commitment to security and reliability, we provide an essential trading platform for the world's investors and institutions. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. As strong believers in the value of blockchain technology, we are committed to building a more inclusive and open financial future and we know that starts with the people who build it.

About the Team:

OKX's Global Legal team provides legal advice and guidance to OKX and its affiliated entities across all coverage areas and geographic locations, and supports business growth by working with all teams within the company to help them achieve their goals. We are a high-functioning, collaborative and fast-paced team who enjoys the cutting-edge nature of our work and our industry. Our team of 60+ lawyers are located around the world, and the OKX Chief Legal Officer is based in the United States.

About the Role

This is an essential, high-profile role leading Intergovernmental and regulatory affairs for OKX in the EEA and UK. Your role will be to lead our engagement with regulators, policymakers, and government stakeholders across the region. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of policy, regulation, and business strategy, and is critical to our ability to operate and grow in regulated markets globally. You will serve as a trusted representative of the company in government and regulatory forums, shape our policy positions, and work closely with senior leadership to ensure our regulatory strategy keeps pace with an evolving global landscape.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute a global government relations strategy aligned to the company's business objectives and expansion priorities
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, government agencies, legislative bodies, and industry associations across key jurisdictions
• Monitor, analyse, and interpret regulatory and legislative developments (including MiCA, DORA, FSMA and equivalent frameworks) and translate their implications for internal stakeholders
• Represent the company in regulatory consultations, policy roundtables, and industry working groups
• Develop the company's policy positions and draft regulatory submissions, consultation responses, and position papers
• Partner with the wider Legal team as well as colleagues from Compliance, Product, Communications and Business teams to ensure regulatory considerations are embedded in business decisions
• Advise senior leadership and the Board on geopolitical and regulatory risk
• Lead and grow a team of government relations and public policy professionals

What We're Looking For

• 12+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs — ideally with exposure to financial services or emerging technology
• Deep understanding of the global crypto and digital assets regulatory landscape
• Existing relationships with regulators or government officials in EEA and UK
• Experience engaging directly with regulators — whether from industry, government, or a regulatory body itself
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complex regulatory concepts for non-technical audiences
• Strategic thinker who can operate at both a policy level and a practical, execution-oriented level
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with competing priorities

Why Join Us

• Shape regulatory strategy at one of the most dynamic moments in the history of digital finance
• Direct access to senior leadership and meaningful influence on business decisions
• Competitive compensation including token/equity participation
• Flexible, global working environment

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