Global Head of Sanctions

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 OKX 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 Program Governance Strategy : Develop, own, and continuously evolve the global sanctions compliance program, ensuring alignment with OFAC, EU, UK OFSI, UN, and other relevant sanctions regimes. Establish the program's risk appetite and strategic direction in coordination with the Chief Compliance Officer. Regulatory Compliance Advisory : Serve as the firm's subject matter expert on sanctions obligations across all operating jurisdictions. Provide real-time guidance to business, product, and legal teams on sanctions risks associated with new products, geographies, customer segments, and counterparty relationships. Screening Infrastructure Technology : Oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing calibration of sanctions screening tools (wallet screening, transaction monitoring, name screening, IP/geolocation controls). Partner with engineering and product teams to ensure controls are embedded into the platform at scale. Blockchain Analytics On-Chain Risk : Direct the use of blockchain analytics platforms to identify exposure to sanctioned addresses, entities, and jurisdictions, including through indirect or layered transaction paths. OFAC Licensing Disclosures : Manage voluntary self-disclosures and OFAC license applications. Coordinate with external counsel on enforcement matters, subpoenas, and regulatory inquiries from OFAC, FinCEN, and international equivalents. Policy Procedure Ownership : Draft, maintain, and enforce global sanctions policies, procedures, and controls documentation. Ensure policies are operationalized across all business lines, geographies, and subsidiary entities. Customer Counterparty Due Diligence : Oversee sanctions-related elements of onboarding and ongoing due diligence for retail customers, institutional clients, liquidity providers, banking partners, and third-party service providers. Training Culture : Design and deliver sanctions training programs for compliance staff, customer operations, product, and senior leadership. Foster a culture of sanctions awareness across the organization. Cross-Functional Executive Engagement : Regularly brief the CCO, General Counsel, and Board Risk Committee on the sanctions risk landscape, program maturity, and emerging threats. Collaborate with AML, legal, and government affairs teams on overlapping risk areas. Regulatory Engagement Industry Participation : Maintain relationships with OFAC, relevant international regulators, and industry bodies (e.g., ACAMS, ACSS). Monitor and respond to regulatory developments, guidance, and enforcement trends. What We Look For In You 10+ years of experience in leading global compliance, sanctions, or related regulatory functions. Operational Excellence : Running a sanctions compliance program where controls are accurate, scalable, and fast enough to block prohibited activity in real time, without creatin ... (truncated, view full listing at source)