The Role
Lead OKX’s APAC public relations and communications strategy, managing media relationships, PR campaigns, product and business announcements, executive thought leadership, agency partners, and crisis communications. Develop press materials, secure high-quality regional and global coverage, support launches and partnerships, and measure communications impact. The role collaborates with business, marketing, product, legal, compliance, and global communications teams across APAC markets.
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About The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial Senior Manager, Communications & PR, APAC to help drive OKX’s communications and media relations activities across the region.
This is a hands-on role for someone with strong media relationships, excellent storytelling skills and a proven ability to deliver high-impact PR campaigns. You’ll work closely with regional business leaders, marketing and product teams, and the global communications function to support major announcements, strengthen OKX’s reputation and generate meaningful media coverage.
We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-moving environments, can independently manage communications initiatives from planning through execution, and knows how to turn business developments into compelling stories. Experience in or a passion for cryptocurrency and digital assets is a strong advantage.
Candidates based in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia are encouraged to apply. Remote arrangements may also be considered in selected APAC locations. We operate with regional flexibility and a results-first culture, with a focus on impact and outcomes.
What You’ll Be Doing- Support the development and execution of OKX’s APAC communications strategy, delivering impactful PR campaigns and initiatives across key regional markets.
- Work closely with regional business leaders, marketing, product, legal and compliance teams to identify and execute communications opportunities aligned with business priorities.
- Leverage and expand relationships with journalists, editors and influential industry voices across APAC, particularly in Australia and Singapore, as well as global tier-one media covering the region.
- Proactively identify, pitch and secure compelling stories in leading business, financial, broadcast, technology and crypto publications, driving consistent, high-quality media coverage.
- Manage communications for regional product launches, business announcements, partnerships and executive thought leadership initiatives.
- Collaborate with the global communications team to support international announcements and adapt global campaigns for APAC audiences.
- Identify and activate PR opportunities through OKX’s global partnerships, including McLaren F1 Team and Manchester City Football Club.
- Develop high-quality press releases, media pitches, executive briefing materials, talking points, messaging and other communications content.
- Support regional executives with media interviews, speaking opportunities and thought leadership activities.
- Manage PR agency relationships and coordinate external partners to deliver against agreed objectives.
- Support issues management and crisis communications, working closely with regional stakeholders and the global communications team.
- Monitor media coverage, track PR performance and report on results, with a focus on coverage quality, reputation and business impact.
- 8–12 years of experience in PR and communications, ideally within financial services, fintech or technology.
- Strong, established media relationships across APAC are highly valued, particularly in Australia and Singapore, as well as connections with global tier-one business, financial and broadcast media covering the region.
- Demonstrated success securing high-quality coverage in leading international and regional publications and delivering impactful PR campaigns.
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex business and technical developments into clear, compelling narratives.
- Experience supporting product launches, corporate announcements, executive communications and thought leadership initiatives.
- Experience in financial and investment communications is an advantage.
- Experience in cryptocurrency, digital assets or Web3, or a genuine passion for the industry, is a strong advantage.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to work independently, identify opportunities and deliver results in a fast-moving environment.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across different markets.
- Experience managing PR agencies and external communications partners.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
- Fluent in English; proficiency in other regional languages is an advantage.
- 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!
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Skills Required
- 8–12 years of experience in PR and communications, ideally in financial services, fintech, or technology
- Established media relationships across APAC, particularly Australia and Singapore
- Demonstrated success securing high-quality coverage and delivering impactful PR campaigns
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience supporting product launches, corporate announcements, executive communications, and thought leadership
- Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams
- Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience managing PR agencies and external communications partners
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
- Fluent English
- Experience in cryptocurrency, digital assets, or Web3, or genuine passion for the industry
- Experience in financial and investment communications
- Proficiency in other regional languages
OKX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about OKX and has not been reviewed or approved by OKX.
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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.
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