OKX Careers in San Francisco, United States

Who We Are:

At OKX, we believe our future is reshaped with technology. Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to 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 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto. In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralised finance.

We invest in our people as much as we invest in the technology. We are united by our engaging culture, here we win as a team, embrace changes, and do the right thing. We are committed to creating a friendly, rewarding and diverse environment to OKers. It doesn’t matter where you come from, here everyone feels valued, respected and has the same opportunities to develop and thrive — we want to bring out the best in you.

About the Team:

The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company. We’re a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on the company’s regulatory obligations and enterprise risk.

What You'll be Doing:

As Compliance Manager, you’ll support the team responsible for building out key aspects of our compliance program while monitoring developments throughout the region. This requires strong AML/Compliance domain expertise as well as stakeholder management skills to handle complex matters and work with colleagues at all levels. The position reports directly to the Compliance Director, Americas.

What You'll be Doing:

• Developing and maintaining robust compliance policies, procedures, controls, and frameworks
• Engaging cross-functionally (with groups such as Data, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk) to implement an effective compliance management program in line with the global standards and industry best practices.
• Monitor and assess compliance with laws, regulations and policies (including BSA/AML and OFAC, CCPA, FATF Guidances, etc) and similar types of regulation regionally.
• Participate, track and monitor compliance reviews and investigations.
• Support the creation of Compliance reports, including reports to management and the board, and other materials as required by direct and matrix stakeholders and submit timely.
• Assist with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What We Look For in You:

• 4+ years of experience in compliance within financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries.
• Experience and knowledge of relevant US and Canadian laws and requirements (AML/CFT, sanctions, consumer protection, privacy) and managing regulatory engagements.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
• Proven ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, critical thinker and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment covering multiple and varied tasks
• Intuitive, highly ethical and comfortable to question and challenge
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written

Nice to Haves:

• CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification