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Senior Compliance Manager – AML Investigations

5 May 2025

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 successful candidate will have prior transaction monitoring/investigations management experience in the financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries. You will help support the day-to-day transaction monitoring and suspicious activity investigations and reporting program for financial crimes related to money laundering and terrorist financing. This role will also entail supporting the operational teams in building out processes along the investigations lifecycle. You will report to the Head of the FIU and collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including the Risk and Law Enforcement teams. You will be expected to demonstrate strong expertise in AML regulatory requirements, investigative processes, systems design, and effective documentation practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and manage a team of AML investigators, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high-quality performance.
  • Support operational processes to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Evaluate AML transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting requirements for all countries where applicable.
  • Help build out tactical and scalable solutions for operational teams to manage compliance tasks.
  • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to roll out enhancements to systems and tools that facilitate operational efficiencies and meet regulatory requirements.
  • Make recommendations for and help implement process improvements and procedure updates across the AML Investigations teams including Transaction Monitoring, Blockchain Investigations, Special Investigations and Suspicious Activity Reporting.
  • Draft and maintain relevant standard operating procedures and drive high quality and efficiency in operational processes. Analyze data to identify process gaps and opportunities, and partner with Compliance Leaders, Training and other FIU managers to recommend mitigating activities for risk, improve quality of investigations, team performance and close process gaps.
  • Stay abreast of changes to the cryptocurrency industry, financial crime trends, and regulatory requirements to assess impact to Transaction Monitoring and Investigations.

What We Look For In You

  • 5+ years of direct and strong technical experience in BSA/AML investigations and operations in relevant financial crimes, transaction monitoring and investigation roles.
  • Analytical and metrics-driven mindsight to create substantiated solutions.
  • Fundamental knowledge in BSA/AML regulations and policies (including OFAC, Crypto Travel Rule, FATF Guidance), and similar types of regulation globally.
  • Experience performing in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong process and project management skills with attention to detail, proactive and well organized.
  • 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 the status quo.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
  • Experience working as an independent leader and with team members of all levels.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience working in a multinational or matrixed organization.
  • Strong understanding of money transmission regulations, Sanctions and crypto industry best practices.
  • Familiarity with widely used transaction monitoring and reporting tools, such as Elliptic, Chainalysis, or TRM Labs.
  • Relevant industry certifications such as CAMS, CFCS, or equivalent.

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees’ growth and development
  • Various team building programs and company events
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!
OKX Statement:
The salary range for this position is $127,000 to $190,000. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via OKX internal or external careers site.
OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Employment Type
On-site

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