OKX

Venture capital for blockchain startups

Head of Compliance - LATAM

Regulatory Compliance & Ethics +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRemote in El SalvadorNo salary listedRemote

About the Job

Requirements

10+ years of compliance experience in the financial services, fintech, or cryptocurrency industries, in regulatory/licensing advisory, financial crime, or both.
Proven experience in AML/FT and sanctions compliance within traditional financial services, fintech companies, or crypto exchanges.
In-depth understanding of the LATAM regulatory landscape, especially Argentina and El Salvador, including local AML laws, data privacy, consumer protection, and crypto-related regulations.
Strong experience with KYC/KYB and CDD/EDD processes, ongoing monitoring, and risk assessments.
Analytical, research, and due diligence skills, including the ability to interpret complex regulations.
Oral and written communication and presentation abilities in Spanish and English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dispersed, fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment across multiple tasks.
Solid understanding of the crypto industry and familiarity with global work environments.

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 compliance policies, procedures, controls, and frameworks across LATAM in alignment with the Global Compliance Standard.
Adapt policies and procedures appropriately for local markets.
Identify compliance gaps and recommend remediation strategies.
Collaborate with Data, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk teams to operationalize compliance initiatives in line with local regulations, global standards, and industry best practices.
Monitor and assess compliance with current and proposed laws, regulations, and policies from regional regulatory bodies.
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.
Serve as an operational point of contact for local regulators and auditors, coordinating responses to requests in a timely manner.
Stay current with global, regional, and jurisdictional trends and regulatory developments in the crypto industry, with a broad focus on LATAM countries.

Desired Qualifications

CAMS, FIBA, or another industry-relevant financial crime compliance certification.

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.
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.
Strong experience with KYC/KYB and CDD/EDD processes, as well as overseeing ongoing monitoring and risk assessments.
Excellent analytical, research and due diligence skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations.
Strong communication and presentation abilities, both oral and written in Spanish and English.
Self-motivated, critical thinker and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment covering multiple and varied tasks.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment.
Solid understanding of the crypto industry and familiarity with global work environments.
CAMS, FIBA certification, or any other industry-relevant financial crime compliance certification.

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!

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About the Company

OKX

Venture capital for blockchain startups

OKX Ventures acts as the investment arm of the OKX cryptocurrency exchange, funding and supporting blockchain, DeFi, and Web3 projects. It invests across a wide range of areas—from infrastructure and middleware to applications and games—aiming to strengthen the crypto ecosystem. The firm provides capital and access to OKX’s network of partners and advisors to help portfolio companies grow and succeed. Notable holdings include Polygon, Solana, and Avalanche, reflecting a strategy focused on projects with potential to impact the crypto industry at large. OKX Ventures differentiates itself through its crypto-native perspective, extensive industry network, and active involvement in portfolio development, rather than just providing funding. Its goal is to identify promising projects and help them scale, contributing to a more robust and innovative blockchain ecosystem.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: $1.1B
Headquarters: Singapore, Singapore
Founded: 2017

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