Product Compliance Manager

3 Days ago • All levels

About the job

Summary_{By Outscal}

This role oversees product development compliance for OKX, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. Must have experience in compliance within the cryptocurrency space, strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, and proven leadership and project management skills.

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by Crypto, ultimately contributing to every individual's freedom. OKX began as a crypto exchange giving millions of people access to crypto trading and over time becoming among the largest platforms in the world. In recent years, we have developed one of the most connected Web3 wallets used by millions to access decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets on a reliable platform that seamlessly connects with global banking and payments. In the last year, OKX has expanded into new markets including Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, Singapore and Turkey, with plans to launch in the US, Belgium and the UAE.

We are deeply committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent and accessible society through blockchain technology. This is why we publish proof of reserves monthly, and continue to ship new innovative security features.

About the Opportunity

The Product Compliance function, in particular, is responsible for building frameworks for new and exciting products/features launches in accordance with applicable legal, regulatory and compliance requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

This role will oversee the review of new product development in adherence to the Product Compliance Program while partnering closely with other Compliance Leaders, Legal, Product, Engineering and Risk. This role will assist the Senior Product Compliance Manager with developing and maintaining a strong control environment. Early identification and sustainable mitigation of product risk - based on his/her knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, is a key metric of success in this role.

This role will be responsible for:

Support expansion of global product launches by scoping and identifying compliance requirements for new and modified products.
Communicate our compliance framework and Product Compliance Program requirements to all relevant stakeholders (internal and external).
Engage cross-functionally (with groups such as Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk) to establish a thoughtful strategic and tactical approach to our Product Compliance Program and related processes.
Remain up-to-date on regulatory changes and landscape, best practices and cutting-edge developments in the industry.
Remain up-to-date on the general competitor landscape, particularly as it relates to advanced trading CeFi and DeFi products.
Assist with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What We Look For In You

Prior experience in compliance within the cryptocurrency space, or in compliance within the financial services or FinTech or relevant industries.
Combined experience of prior product compliance advisory and a strong crypto-native background, including familiarity with the DeFi space.
Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including; Trade Compliance, AML, Sanctions, and money transmission regulations, and industry best practices.
Proven leadership and project management skills to drive alignment across stakeholder groups to develop and deliver repeatable end-to-end product compliance solutions and controls aligned with group processes.
Ability to analyze and assess projects/initiatives with high risk and complexity; all while being a self-motivated, critical thinker, and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment covering multiple and varied tasks.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact and lead discussions comfortably with senior levels of management and regulators.
Proven ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Haves

Experience as a former regulator or law degree
Fluency in Mandarin is a plus as the role will require you to liaise with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
ACAMS and PMI Certifications
Understanding of the products offered by OKX as well as their underlying technology

Perks & Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
Various team building programs and company events

**FOR US BASED JOBS ONLY**

OKX Statement:

The salary range for this position is $74,000 to $159,000. 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.

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 employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

$74.0K - $159.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$116.5K/yr avg.

United States