Head of Compliance, EU & UK
Core
Lead the compliance program across OKX's European and UK entities, building robust frameworks to support sustainable growth and regulatory adherence.
Role type
Senior leadership compliance officer (Head of Compliance)
Builds
Scalable compliance frameworks, control environments, and regional compliance teams
Domain
Financial services / Fintech / Crypto / Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
Strategic compliance program leadership, EU/UK regulatory expertise (MiCA, MiFID II, AML, DORA, GDPR), team management of Country Heads/MLROs, regulatory engagement, data-driven reporting, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Crypto industry experience, scaling fintech in Europe, prior Country Head of Compliance experience, regulator liaison (MFSA, FCA), CAMS/ICA certification
Technologies
Data analytics tools, automation platforms, AI-enabled decision tools
Responsibilities
Set strategic direction for regional compliance, lead and develop Country Heads of Compliance and MLROs, maintain independence of the compliance function, review and improve workflows using data and automation, act as senior point of contact for regulators, partner with Business/Product/Legal on licensing and new products, produce data-driven compliance reports for management and Boards, oversee compliance reviews and investigations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership scope