Head of Compliance, LATAM
Core
Senior compliance authority for LATAM region, managing regulatory relationships, leading a team of MLROs, and embedding compliance into business strategy for a crypto exchange.
Role type
Senior Manager Compliance (LATAM)
Builds
Compliance frameworks, policies, and regulatory reporting for OKX's crypto exchange and wallet operations in Latin America.
Domain
Cryptocurrency / Financial Services / Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, AML/FT, Sanctions regulations, regulatory engagement, team leadership, policy implementation, cross-functional collaboration, risk assessment
Preferred skills
LATAM market experience, crypto industry knowledge
Responsibilities
Serve as senior compliance authority for the region; Lead engagement with regulators at the regional level; Lead, develop, and coordinate a team of MLROs and compliance professionals; Partner with senior business, legal, and product leadership to embed compliance requirements; Implement and maintain robust compliance policies and frameworks; Identify compliance gaps and recommend remediation strategies; Collaborate cross-functionally to operationalize compliance initiatives; Monitor and assess compliance with laws and regulations; Supervise compliance reviews, investigations, and suspicious activities; Prepare and submit periodic compliance reports to local authorities.