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Senior Compliance Analyst

OKX
senior
Work Type

Remote

Open to applicants in

Malta

Seniority

senior

Posted

August 21, 2026


Expected Salary
$100k+
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Job Description


Who We Are

At OKX we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.
 
OKX is a leading crypto exchange and the developer of OKX Wallet giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps).

OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets.

We are safe and reliable backed by our Proof of Reserves.

 
Across our multiple offices globally we are united by our core principles: We Before Me Do the Right Thing and Get Things Done.

These shared values drive our culture shape our processes and foster a friendly rewarding and diverse environment for every OK-er.

About the Opportunity

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.Our OKX Malta team in particular is responsible for the overall AML and regulatory compliance programs in-country meeting ongoing EU and global applicable requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Support the MLRO in operating the firm's financial crime compliance framework ensuring adherence to MiCA local AML/CFT law and applicable EU AML/CFT requirements
  • Assist in preparing responses to information requests RFIs and inspections from national competent authorities FIUs and European supervisory bodies
  • Contribute to enterprise-wide and business-line financial crime risk assessments and support monitoring testing and issue remediation across KYC/CDD transaction monitoring sanctions and blockchain analytics controls
  • Partner with Product teams on new product service and token listings to ensure ML/TF risks are assessed and financial crime obligations — including Travel Rule and wallet screening — are addressed before launch
  • Build working relationships with stakeholders across Data Engineering Finance Legal Product and Risk to embed financial crime controls into systems and processes
  • Support ad hoc projects including regulatory change initiatives and remediation programmes in a fast-paced and evolving environment
  • Help maintain AML/CFT policies procedures and risk appetite documentation in line with changing regulatory expectations and assist with MLRO reporting to senior management and the Board
  • Stay current on developments across the crypto economy and the financial crime landscape — including typologies illicit finance trends blockchain and protocol developments industry participants and EU/national rulemaking guidance and enforcement

What We Look For In You

  • 3+ years of experience in AML/CFT compliance within cryptocurrency industry financial services or FinTech ideally combined with some MiFID II compliance experience
  • Experience in Client onboarding KYC or AML monitoring
  • Regulatory project management skills with attention to detail proactive and well-organized
  • Some knowledge of the crypto economy with a strong desire to learn more
  • Ability to work within a global working environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills both verbal and written

Nice to Haves

  • Compliance experience within Traditional Exchanges or Investment banks
  • Familiarity with MiCA or Payments rules as well as some understanding of MiFID II regulation
  • Experience with AML suspicious transactions fillings
  • Interest in leveraging AI tools (in particular Claude) to improve reporting documentation workflow management and productivity.

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • Wellness and meal allowances 
  • Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants 
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!
 
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