The Role
Leads compliance across LATAM, serving as the senior authority for regulatory relationships, AML/FT, sanctions, KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, investigations, reporting, and compliance frameworks. Manages regional MLROs and partners with legal, product, risk, engineering, finance, and data teams to embed regulatory requirements into launches and market expansions. Oversees regulator and auditor engagement, identifies compliance gaps, and monitors evolving crypto regulations, especially in Argentina and El Salvador.
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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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Skills Required
- 10+ years of compliance experience in financial services, fintech, or cryptocurrency industries
- Experience with AML/FT and sanctions compliance in traditional financial services, fintech companies, or crypto exchanges
- In-depth understanding of the LATAM regulatory landscape, especially Argentina and El Salvador
- Knowledge of local AML laws, data privacy, consumer protection, and crypto-related regulations
- Strong experience with KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, ongoing monitoring, and risk assessments
- Excellent analytical, research, and due diligence skills
- Ability to interpret complex regulations
- Strong oral and written communication skills in Spanish and English
- Ability to work independently and within dispersed, cross-functional teams
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Solid understanding of the cryptocurrency industry
- Familiarity with global work environments
- CAMS, FIBA, or another relevant financial crime compliance certification
OKX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive or above market, especially in engineering, product, and legal roles across major hubs. This positioning is consistently cited as a major attraction for candidates.
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Healthcare Strength — Role descriptions indicate comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with employer-paid premiums in some cases. Health coverage is highlighted alongside core benefits like PTO and parental leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Allowances for education and fitness, meal perks and snacks, team-building budgets, and structured learning programs are described across locations. These extras enhance the total rewards package beyond base pay.
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The Company
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.
