Senior Compliance Analyst

Sliema, MaltaSenior3+ years

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.

About the Opportunity

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.Our OKX Malta team, in particular, is responsible for the overall AML and regulatory compliance programs in-country, meeting ongoing EU and global applicable requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support the MLRO in operating the firm's financial crime compliance framework, ensuring adherence to MiCA, local AML/CFT law, and applicable EU AML/CFT requirements
Assist in preparing responses to information requests, RFIs, and inspections from national competent authorities, FIUs, and European supervisory bodies
Contribute to enterprise-wide and business-line financial crime risk assessments, and support monitoring, testing, and issue remediation across KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions, and blockchain analytics controls
Partner with Product teams on new product, service, and token listings to ensure ML/TF risks are assessed and financial crime obligations — including Travel Rule and wallet screening — are addressed before launch
Build working relationships with stakeholders across Data, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk to embed financial crime controls into systems and processes
Support ad hoc projects, including regulatory change initiatives and remediation programmes, in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Help maintain AML/CFT policies, procedures, and risk appetite documentation in line with changing regulatory expectations, and assist with MLRO reporting to senior management and the Board
Stay current on developments across the crypto economy and the financial crime landscape — including typologies, illicit finance trends, blockchain and protocol developments, industry participants, and EU/national rulemaking, guidance, and enforcement

What We Look For In You

3+ years of experience in AML/CFT compliance within cryptocurrency industry, financial services or FinTech ideally combined with some MiFID II compliance experience
Experience in Client onboarding, KYC or AML monitoring
Regulatory project management skills with attention to detail, proactive, and well-organized
Some knowledge of the crypto economy with a strong desire to learn more
Ability to work within a global working environment
Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written

Nice to Haves

Compliance experience within Traditional Exchanges or Investment banks
Familiarity with MiCA or Payments rules as well as some understanding of MiFID II regulation
Experience with AML suspicious transactions fillings
Interest in leveraging AI tools (in particular Claude) to improve reporting, documentation, workflow management, and productivity.

Perks & Benefits

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
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