Offer summary

Qualifications:

CAMS, FIBA or equivalent certification required., 8+ years of experience in compliance within financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries., Strong knowledge of El Salvadorean laws and requirements related to compliance., Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience..

Key responsabilities:

Acting as the Primary Compliance Officer for OKX El Salvador.

Planning, monitoring, and assessing compliance with laws and regulations.

Developing and maintaining compliance policies and frameworks.

Preparing compliance reports for management and regulatory stakeholders.

Job description

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 Team

The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company. We’re a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on the company’s regulatory obligations and enterprise risk.

What You'll be Doing:

Acting as the Primary Compliance Officer (Oficial de Cumplimiento Titular) for OKX El Salvador
Planning for, monitoring, and assessing compliance with laws, regulations and policies (current and proposed regulatory framework of the CNAD, UIF, etc)
Developing and maintaining robust compliance policies, procedures, controls, and frameworks
Representing Compliance program to regulators, core infrastructure partners, and other key external stakeholders
Leading strategic direction, training and advisory support with regards to Compliance in El Salvador
Engaging cross-functionally (with groups such as Legal, Licensing, Data, Engineering, Finance, Product, and Risk) to implement an effective compliance management program in line with the global standards and industry best practices.
Overseeing compliance reviews and investigations.
Preparing Compliance reports, including reports to management and the board, and other materials as required by direct and matrix stakeholders and submit timely.
Assisting with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What We Look For in You:

CAMS, FIBA or equivalent certification required
8+ years of experience in compliance within financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries. Either regulatory/licensing advisory or financial crime or both.
Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the crypto industry.
Experience and knowledge of relevant El Salvadorean laws and requirements (AML/CFT, sanctions, consumer protection, privacy) and managing regulatory engagements.
Strong leadership and cross-functional skills
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
Proven ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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