Head Of Compliance EMEA

Who We Are

OKX believes the future will be reshaped by crypto, ultimately contributing to every individual's freedom. Starting as a crypto exchange, we have become one of the largest platforms in the world. We also offer a highly connected Web3 wallet used by millions to access decentralized crypto applications (dApps). Our brand is trusted by hundreds of large institutions that need reliable access to crypto markets, seamlessly connecting with global banking and payments.

We are deeply committed to building a fairer, more transparent, and accessible society through blockchain technology. We publish proof of reserves monthly and continue to ship new innovative security features.

• Drive the strategic direction and execution of the compliance program across all OKX entities within Europe.
• Manage and elevate the performance of Country Heads of Compliance and MLROs, moving the team to a more unified, fast‑moving regional force.
• Audit current workflows and ruthlessly eliminate inefficiencies. Implement robust, scalable frameworks that reduce manual workload and utilize data/tech to speed up decision‑making.
• Liaise with first, second, and third‑line teams to build a control environment that exceeds regulatory standards while maintaining commercial agility.
• Oversee compliance reviews and investigations.
• Produce data‑driven compliance reports for management and the Board, focusing on metrics, SLAs, and KPIs that demonstrate speed and effectiveness.
• Participate in Board committee and sub‑committee meetings, either as a member or on an as‑needed basis.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex issues, providing decisive, commercially aware guidance to business stakeholders.

• 8+ years of experience in compliance within financial services, Fin Tech or cryptocurrency, with a track record of operationalizing compliance strategies.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and experience driving projects to completion under tight deadlines.
• Experience reporting into or working closely with Operations teams, balancing regulatory safety with operational speed.
• Deep understanding of EU regulations (MiCA, GDPR, AMLD5/6) and UK regimes, and ability to navigate the fragmented European regulatory landscape.
• Strong people‑management skills, leading dispersed teams and rallying them around common goals.
• Comfortable using data to measure performance, identify bottlenecks, and justify resource allocation.
• Crisp, high‑impact communication skills, able to explain complex regulatory concepts to product teams and regulators.

• Direct experience scaling a crypto or high‑growth fintech company in Europe.
• Prior experience working in the crypto industry.
• CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification.

• Competitive total compensation package.
• L&D programs and education subsidy for employee growth and development.
• Various team‑building programs and company events.
• Wellness and meal allowances.
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants.
• More benefits revealed during the process.

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