EEA Head of Compliance Operations, Hungary
OKX
Legal, Operations
Hungary · Budapest, Hungary
Posted on Mar 19, 2025
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
As the EEA Head of Compliance Operations at OKX, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our day-to-day compliance operations in the EEA market (which covers over 28 jurisdictions). Reporting to the Global Head of Compliance Operations, you will build and lead a team of Compliance Operations professionals, while scaling the EEA compliance operations capacity for OKX.
What You’ ll Be Doing
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership of a team of over 70 people based in Hungary and Malta.
- Management and oversight of all aspects of daily compliance operations related to OKX's KYC, AML and sanctions compliance programs for the EEA region.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the EEA compliance operations team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance operational processes and systems, ensuring alignment with policies and procedures, regulatory standards and industry best practices.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. Product and Engineering), to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assess market opportunities and resource requirements to scale the compliance operational capacity in the EEA area.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to senior management on operational metrics.
What We Look For In You
- Proven track record of leadership and management (e.g. 10 years plus), with experience leading large operational teams in the EEA area and / or in the global environment.
- Extensive experience in compliance operations, gained from working in financial institutions (e.g. banks), or fintech industry.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements in EEA and compliance best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
Nice to Haves
- Familiarity with compliance vendors, tooling, systems in the crypto industry, e.g., Chainalysis.
- Experience with establishing operational hubs.
- Experience of working in crypto industry.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation package.
- Learning and development programs, and education subsidies for employees' growth and development.
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants.
- Wellness allowance.
- Various team building programs and company events.
- Wellness allowances.
- The ability to help shape a new industry.
- More that we love to tell you along the process!