Head of Compliance, Americas

2 Months ago • 12-15 Years • $240,000 PA - $360,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Head of Compliance, Americas will be responsible for developing, implementing, and enhancing the comprehensive compliance framework for the Americas region, including the US, Canada, and Bahamas. This involves ensuring alignment with global compliance standards and local regulatory requirements. The role involves leading and managing the Americas compliance team, serving as the primary point of contact with regulatory bodies, and providing expert compliance advice for US expansion efforts, including new product development. Additionally, the role oversees licensing, registration, and reporting for Canadian and US markets, directs regional compliance programs, leads risk assessments, collaborates with global teams, stays updated on regulatory changes, and champions a strong compliance culture. The role also involves preparing reports for senior leadership and ensuring effective issue management.
Must have:
  • 12-15 years of compliance leadership experience in financial services
  • Experience in US and Canadian regulatory landscapes
  • Experience in managing regulatory relationships
Good to have:
  • Experience in Bahamas or Caribbean
  • Experience in the cryptocurrency, digital assets, or fintech industry
  • Relevant advanced degrees and professional certifications (CAMS, etc.)

Job Details

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.
 
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 Team:
The Compliance function at Okcoin 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:
  • Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the comprehensive compliance framework, strategy, and programs for the Americas region (US, Canada, Bahamas), ensuring full alignment with global compliance standards and all local regulatory requirements.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage the Americas compliance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional development.
  • Serve as the primary senior point of contact and representative for the company with all regulatory bodies in the US (federal and state), Canada, and the Bahamas; oversee regulatory examinations, inquiries, audits, and ongoing reporting.
  • Provide expert compliance advice, strategic guidance, and risk assessments for US expansion efforts, including new product development, service launches, derivatives, and other market entries.
  • Oversee all aspects of Canadian licensing federal and provincial licensing, registration, and reporting and US Money Transmitter License (MTL) portfolios, including applications, renewals, reporting, and adherence to all specific obligations.
  • Direct and oversee regional markets compliance programs, including but not limited to trade surveillance, anti-money laundering/counter-financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), sanctions screening, and consumer protection protocols for the Americas.
  • Working with central teams, lead regional compliance risk assessments (e.g., AML, operational, regulatory), ensuring timely identification, evaluation, and effective mitigation of potential risks.
  • Collaborate closely with global compliance functions, legal, product, operations, and business development teams to integrate compliance requirements seamlessly into regional operations and strategic initiatives.
  • Stay abreast of all pertinent regulatory changes, enforcement actions, and industry best practices within the Americas, proactively adapting regional compliance programs and policies as needed.
  • Champion and embed a strong compliance culture throughout all levels of the Americas operations.
  • Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior leadership and relevant governance committees on the state of compliance in the Americas, including key risks, performance metrics, significant issues, and strategic initiatives.
  • Ensure effective issue management and remediation tracking for any compliance gaps or findings identified in the region.
 
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in senior compliance leadership roles within the financial services industry, with a substantial focus on the Americas (deep US and Canadian experience is essential; Bahamas or Caribbean experience is a strong asset).
  • Proven track record of successfully leading, building, and developing high-performing compliance teams in a regional or multi-jurisdictional capacity.
  • In-depth, expert-level knowledge of the regulatory landscape in the US (federal, state, including Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC sanctions, and state-specific MTL regimes; NYDFS BitLicense experience, as well as CFTC licensure), Canada (FINTRAC, PCMLTFA, and relevant provincial securities regulations), and the Bahamas (Central Bank of The Bahamas, DARE Act).
  • Demonstrable experience in effectively managing regulatory relationships, navigating complex examinations, and responding to regulatory inquiries at a senior level.
  • Comprehensive understanding of market compliance, AML/CFT program management, sanctions compliance, fraud prevention, and consumer protection regulations applicable to financial institutions.
  • Significant experience in the cryptocurrency, digital assets, or fintech industry.
  • Proven ability to provide pragmatic, business-oriented strategic compliance guidance for business expansion, new product development, and technology-driven initiatives.
  • Relevant advanced degrees (e.g., Juris Doctor, MBA) and professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS, CFE, CRCM, CGSS) are highly desirable; deep understanding of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), CFTC regulations, and the operational requirements for CFTC-regulated entities, especially for guiding expansion into U.S. derivatives markets..
 
OKX Statement:
OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
 
  • The salary range for this position is $240,000 - $360,000
  • The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via OKX internal or external careers site.

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About The Company

OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange, providing advanced financial services to traders worldwide leveraging blockchain technology. Our platform offers spot & derivatives trading helping traders optimize their strategy. It provides a safe, reliable and stable environment for digital assets trading via web interface and mobile app by adopting GSLB, and distributed server clusters. We believe blockchain technology will eliminate barriers to transactions, increase the efficiency of transactions across society, and eventually have a significant impact on the global economy. We strive to achieve something that changes the world and never stop to innovate and improve on our customer experience.

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