Head of Strategic Initiatives

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New York, NY
In-Office
Financial Services
The Role
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
OKX is seeking an experienced Director, Strategic Initiatives to join its US Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the US Head of Market Strategy and Execution, the individual will play a key role in driving strategic initiatives, managing projects, overseeing the US governance processes and helping the Head of Market Strategy and Execution build and execute on the US strategy. The person should be a highly motivated and a results-oriented individual who has demonstrated the capability to build relationships across functional areas and lead the roll out of strategic initiatives in the financial services industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
  • Work closely with the Head of Market Strategy and Execution as well as global and regional functional groups to develop and deploy US specific strategic initiatives. The individual will lead, monitor and report on the progress of these initiatives ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Serve as a liaison between the US Leadership Team EO and various stakeholders across the organization, facilitating communication and coordination
  • Collaborate with the product team to implement new products, enhance existing products and develop new offerings that meet market demands, ensuring product alignment with business goals and customer needs.
  • Enhance and enforce the US governance mechanisms and controls for developing and deploying new products and services
  • Work with relevant global teams to ensure data, information and reports are supplied to the US Leadership Team. Ensure data driven decision making through meticulous analyses and reporting.
  • Prepare and present reports to senior management highlighting achievements, challenges and areas for improvement
  • Help develop scalable processes within the US franchise that will help manage issues and scale up as the business grows.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of various teams, programs and initiatives
  • Be a representative of the US Leadership Team to attend meetings and events on their behalf.
What We Look For In You
  • In-depth knowledge of the US Capital Markets
  • Working knowledge of Crypto Markets
  • Proven experience in project management and operations in a regulated financial services organization
  • Demonstrated ability to work closely with product teams and various functional groups in a matrix organization
  • Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of leading and growing high-performing global teams.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, highly motivated and self-driven with a strong focus on achieving results and driving business growth.
Nice to Haves
  • Experience as a regulatory advisor, such as a compliance advisor or legal counsel.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building and maintaining relationships at all levels.
  • Adaptable and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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
  • More that we love to tell you along the process!
The salary range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000. 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 Okcoin and OKX internal or external careers site.
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.
 
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The Company
Dublin, Dublin
1,073 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto.

In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX’s vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.

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