Senior Compliance Manager

Who We Are

At OKX we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto and ultimately contribute to everyone'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.

OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of blockchain to users around the world through OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink, and more.

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About the Team

The Compliance function at OKX Europe Markets Ltd is responsible for the firm's overall compliance culture.

We're a team of risk-minded problem solvers who support the business in meeting its regulatory obligations under the MFSA licensing framework and applicable EU legislation, including MiFID II, DORA, and AML/CFT directives.

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About the Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to take on a senior role in the Compliance function of a regulated crypto business operating under a MiFID licence.

Reporting to the Head of Compliance and MLRO as Senior Compliance Manager, you will work closely with them across the company's Compliance Monitoring Programme, marketing material review, complaints handling, policy framework, and regulatory recordkeeping, deputising for both as required and gaining direct exposure to MFSA supervision and EU financial services regulation.

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What You'll Be Doing

• Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP): Work closely with the Head of Compliance on the company's CMP, supporting scheduled and ad-hoc reviews, remediation tracking, and reporting of outcomes to Senior Management and the Board.

• Deputising for the MLRO and Head of Compliance: Act as deputy to the MLRO and Head of Compliance as required, including the assessment, escalation, and where appropriate, reporting of suspicious activity and other referrals to the MFSA or other relevant authorities.

• Marketing Material Review and Approval: Review client-facing marketing material for compliance with MiFID II and MFSA financial promotion rules, working closely with the Head of Compliance on approval decisions.

• Complaints Handling: Oversee the end-to-end complaints process, ensuring timely, compliant responses and escalating significant or recurring issues to the Head of Compliance.

• Policy Framework: Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of the company's compliance manuals, policies, and procedures, working closely with the Head of Compliance.

• Regulatory Liaison and Recordkeeping: Support the company's regulatory relationship with the MFSA, including correspondence and breach reporting, and liaise with law enforcement and other external partners as required.

• Board and Management Reporting: Support the Head of Compliance and MLRO in preparing compliance reports for senior management and the board, as well as other materials required by internal stakeholders.

• Cross-Functional and Regulatory Engagement: Partner with teams such as Data Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk to help embed an effective compliance framework aligned with MFSA/ESMA and EU standards, and support the company's response to legal and regulatory requests.

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What We Look For In You

• Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business administration, or a related field; a relevant compliance certification (e.g., ICA, CAMS, CCEP) is preferred.

• Proven experience operating at Compliance Officer or Senior Compliance Officer level with 5+ years' experience in a compliance, legal, or regulatory role within financial services, fintech, or crypto industries.

• Proven experience dealing directly with regulators and auditors, including managing compliance reviews, audits, and investigations.

• Strong project management and remediation experience, with a track record of delivering complex compliance initiatives to completion.

• Sound understanding of the MFSA regulatory framework (or an equivalent ESMA-supervised NCA), MiFID II conduct-of-business requirements, and EU financial services regulation.

• Strong analytical ability with the capacity to assess regulatory obligations, identify gaps, and produce well-reasoned written analysis.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.