Head of Regulatory Affairs - Japan

Tether Operations Limited

About The Position

Tether and its affiliated entities are seeking an organized self-starter to lead regulatory affairs efforts in Japan. The role requires understanding the regulatory environment for the crypto-asset and stablecoin industries, as well as broader legislation involving areas such as communications technology and artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will apply regulatory affairs and/or legal experience in a dynamic business environment and continually develop their understanding of the company’s products, services, blockchain technology, and regulatory requirements. The position focuses on working with regulators to translate company policy objectives into favourable regulatory requirements in Japan and support business strategy across Tether’s business verticals. The role involves managing relationships and communications with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and policy setters, and collaborating with teams such as Operations, Finance, Technology, and Business Development. The position reports to the Vice President of the Regulatory and Licensing division and works alongside project managers and colleagues across the business.

Requirements

At least 8 years of governmental affairs, regulatory affairs, or legal experience, ideally in financial services or the crypto-asset industry in Japan.
Experience engaging with regulators or government bodies in an advocacy and advisory capacity.
Demonstrated achievements in securing favourable policy positions on behalf of another organisation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex regulatory topics to non-technical audiences.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across borders and time zones.
Experience with public speaking and representing companies in regulatory discussions.
Strong teamwork skills and willingness to engage fully with company stakeholders and partners.
Hands-on professional able to work both collaboratively and independently.
English-speaking ability.

Responsibilities

Maintain proactive relationships with policymakers, regulators, central banks, and financial intelligence units relevant to the company’s products and services.
Monitor regulatory developments affecting Tether and its affiliated companies in Japan.
Represent the company in consultations, workshops, industry roundtables, and regulatory dialogues.
Prepare briefing papers, comment letters, and policy submissions aligned with the broader global regulatory strategy.
Identify and realise opportunities to shape emerging regulatory frameworks in a risk-sensitive, innovation-oriented manner.
Provide actionable risk and regulatory insights to internal stakeholders, including legal, product, compliance, risk, and commercial teams.
Support enterprise-level planning for new products or business expansions, advising on regulatory constraints and enablers.
Contribute to internal reporting and executive briefings on regional policy risks and regulatory developments.
Manage relationships and communications with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and policy setters.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, project managers, and members of the wider business on regulatory affairs initiatives.