Head of Regulatory Affairs (Japan)

Location: Must be based in Japan

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in digital finance, pioneering reserve-backed stablecoins and innovative blockchain-based infrastructure for the digital economy.

What you will do

• Lead regulatory and licensing initiatives specifically for the Japanese market.
• Maintain proactive relationships with policymakers, regulators, central banks, and financial intelligence units.
• Represent the company in consultations, industry roundtables, and regulatory dialogues.
• Prepare briefing papers, comment letters, and policy submissions aligned with global strategy.
• Provide actionable risk and regulatory insights to internal stakeholders across legal, product, and commercial teams.
• Advise on regulatory constraints and enablers for new product expansions.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of governmental affairs, regulatory affairs, or legal experience, ideally within the financial services or crypto-asset industry in Japan.
• Proven track record of engaging with regulators or government bodies to secure favorable policy positions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex regulatory topics for non-technical audiences.
• Must be based in Japan and capable of managing relationships across borders and time zones.
• Fluent English proficiency required for internal and external reporting.
• Strong team player with a hands-on approach to collaborative and independent work.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global talent powerhouse in the fintech and blockchain space.
• Fully remote work environment with a lean, fast-growing team.
• Direct impact on shaping the future of digital finance and stablecoin regulation.
• Collaborative culture working alongside cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, and Technology.