Senior Compliance Manager, MLRO, Eurasia Desk

OKX • Full-time • Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR • 2d ago

Who We Are

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

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MLRO to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our AML/CFT compliance program for our Eurasia business. Operating at the intersection of regulatory change and technological innovation, this role plays a critical leadership function in safeguarding the integrity of our operations, and ensuring compliance with Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA) regulatory requirements.

The MLRO will lead a team of compliance officers responsible for risk assessment, investigations, and operational execution.

What You’ll Be Doing

Serve as the primary point of contact for AML/CFT, sanctions and financial crime matters relating to Eurasian customers.
Provide operational governance and change management support to the Head of Compliance for the Seychelles compliance program, ensuring it remains effective, proportionate, and relevant with the Eurasia business, local regulations and OKX’s global compliance framework.
Serve as the escalation point for complex regulatory or operational compliance issues affecting Eurasian customers within the Seychelles entity.
Oversight of a team that performs regular customer risk reviews and contributes to the effectiveness of onboarding and ongoing due diligence processes, ensuring appropriate risk mitigation and documentation.
Oversight of a team that supports financial crime investigations, including fraud and scam case management, in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
Assess unusual activity escalations involving Eurasian customers and regulatory reporting of suspicious transactions.
Ensure new products, services, and business changes involving the Eurasian business and affecting the Seychelles entity are reviewed for AML/CFT and sanctions risks, with appropriate controls and approvals in place.
Monitor regulatory developments, AML/CFT trends, and industry best practices, ensuring proactive updates to policies, procedures, and controls.
Assist in putting together regular reports to senior management and regional compliance leadership on performance, issues, and emerging risks within the Seychelles compliance program.
Support training and capability-building across the Seychelles compliance team and related functions.

What We Look For In You

7+ years of experience in compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory risk management, with at least 3 years in a team management role.
Strong track record in managing compliance programs within financial services, fintech, or virtual assets.
Deep understanding of AML/CFT frameworks, regulatory governance, and operational compliance.
Demonstrated ability to operationalize AML/CFT programs through effective transaction monitoring, customer due diligence (CDD/EDD), and investigative processes.
Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product, Legal, Engineering, Risk) to embed compliance controls into technology and operational workflows.
Proven ability to lead teams and manage dotted-line relationships effectively.
Skilled in stakeholder management, influencing, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
CAMS, CCAS, ICA, or equivalent AML/compliance certification.
Ability to read and converse in at least one Slavic language.

Nice to Have

Experience in cryptocurrency or blockchain compliance programs.
Familiarity with compliance technology and analytics tools.
Prior exposure to multi-jurisdictional compliance oversight.

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
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