Legal Counsel (Digital Asset Derivatives & Trading), Singapore

We're seeking a
Legal Counsel (Digital Asset Derivatives & Trading)
to support our Singapore legal function across commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters — with a strong focus on
derivatives and financial markets documentation
for
digital asset trading and market-making activities .
You'll work closely with Senior Legal Counsel across a multi-entity group structure with counterparties including leading institutional crypto trading firms, blockchain foundations and regulated financial institutions.
What you'll be doing Draft, review, and negotiate
ISDAs, CSAs, digital asset derivative agreements, NDAs, and other trading documents . Support
structuring and execution
of OTC derivatives and structured transactions. Identify and escalate
regulatory issues
under MAS, VARA, EMIR, and Dodd-Frank frameworks. Maintain
template libraries and playbooks , tracking negotiation cycle times and counterparty trends. Manage
BAU contracts
with vendors and service providers; partner with Finance on procurement and credit protections. Oversee
corporate housekeeping
and partner with Compliance on
KYC-AML updates , audits, and inquiries. Provide ad-hoc support on
disputes, enforcement actions, and asset recovery
matters.
Preferred background LLB or equivalent , admitted in a
common-law jurisdiction ; eligible to work in
Singapore . 3–7 years PQE , ideally in
banking, derivatives, digital assets, fintech, or capital markets . Proven experience owning
commercial and trading contracts , and partnering with Compliance, Finance, and Trading teams.
Ideal candidate Strong grounding in
derivatives, financial markets, and corporate law , with interest in
digital assets . Skilled in
drafting, negotiation, and regulatory analysis . Calm and pragmatic , able to execute under pressure with minimal supervision. Effective communicator who turns complex risk into clear business advice.
Nice to Have Experience in a
crypto trading firm, exchange, or financial institution . Familiarity with
MAS, VARA, or other digital-asset regimes . Exposure to
structured products, custody, or legal ops tooling .
Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Participation in company bonus pool Daily catered lunch Health insurance and wellness benefits Unlimited vacation policy