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Head of Compliance, LATAM

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LATAM

Employer listed it 4 weeks ago 路 Added 4 weeks ago

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Salary

Not stated

Location

LATAM

Timezone

Not stated

Contract

Full-time

Experience

Lead

Category

Finance

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What the advert says

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Where you can work from
Location eligibility not confirmed
Contract
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Experience asked for
10+ years of experience in compliance within the financial services, fintech or cryptocurrency industries.
Pay
Competitive total compensation package

Remote flexibility

Region Restricted

Remote work is allowed, but only for candidates based in El Salvador, LATAM.

What the employer says

  • Source listing states candidate location: "El Salvador (Remote), Remote Roles - LATAM"

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  • Applications outside the listed area are usually rejected
  • Timezone overlap with the listed area is often expected

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About the role

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:

We are seeking a Senior Manager Compliance to join our dynamic Compliance Team within our LATAM region. We are a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise regional business on the company's regulatory obligations and enterprise risk. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, AML/FT and Sanctions' regulations, particularly within the LATAM crypto markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the senior compliance authority for the region, with direct accountability for regulatory relationships across all LatAm jurisdictions.

Lead engagement with regulators at the regional level, including inspections, inquiries, and strategic regulatory positioning.

Lead, develop, and coordinate a team of MLROs and compliance professionals across multiple markets.

Partner with senior business, legal, and product leadership across LatAm to embed compliance requirements into strategic decisions, new product launches, and market expansions.

Implement and maintain robust compliance policies, procedures, controls, and frameworks across LATAM in alignment with the Global Compliance Standard.

Ensure policies and procedures are adapted appropriately for local markets.

Identify compliance gaps and recommend remediation strategies.

Collaborate cross-functionally (with groups such as Data, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product and Risk) to operationalize compliance initiatives in line with local regulations, global standards and industry best practices.

Monitor, and assess compliance with laws, regulations and policies from regional regulatory bodies (current and proposed regulatory frameworks).

Supervise compliance reviews, investigations and suspicious activities in the region.

Prepare and submit accurate and timely periodic compliance reports to local authorities.

Assist with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Collaborate as an operational point of contact for local regulators and auditors, ensuring effective coordination and timely response to request.

Stay current with global, regional and jurisdictional emerging trends and regulatory developments in the crypto industry, with a broad focus on LATAM countries.

Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in compliance within the financial services, fintech or cryptocurrency industries. Either regulatory/licensing advisory or financial crime or both.

Proven experience in AML/FT & Sanctions in compliance roles within traditional financial services, fintech companies or crypto exchanges.

Requirements

  • 路10+ years of experience in compliance within the financial services, fintech or cryptocurrency industries. Either regulatory/licensing advisory or financial crime or both.
  • 路Proven experience in AML/FT & Sanctions in compliance roles within traditional financial services, fintech companies or crypto exchanges.
  • 路In-depth understanding of the LATAM regulatory landscape, with a strong focus on Argentina and El Salvador, including local AML laws, data privacy, consumer protection, and crypto-related regulations.

Benefits

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

How to apply

  1. 1Check the flexibility label above, region restricted, matches where you plan to live and work.
  2. 2Tailor your CV to the role at OKX, mentioning your remote working experience.
  3. 3Apply directly on the employer's careers page using the button below. Nomaders never handles your application.

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