Head of Compliance & MLRO - Nigeria

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: We are looking for an experienced, commercially aware, and regulatory-savvy compliance professional to join us as Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). The role will be instrumental in building the compliance programme from the ground up, and embedding a culture of compliance across the organisation. Broader team management responsibilities will be added in due course for regulatory strategy, operational execution, and governance. Key Responsibilities: Regulatory Engagement • Serve as the primary point of contact with relevant regulatory bodies. • Ensure the organisation meets all applicable governance requirements, including fit and proper obligations for Approved and Designated Persons. • Monitor and interpret regulatory developments relevant to virtual assets, and advise senior management and the Board accordingly. Compliance Programme Development & Management • Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework aligned with local requirements, FATF recommendations, and international best practice for virtual asset service providers (VASPs). • Develop, review, and update all internal policies and procedures covering AML/CFT, KYC, customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, data protection, cybersecurity compliance, and safeguarding of client assets. • Establish and oversee the compliance monitoring programme, including periodic testing, gap analysis, and reporting to senior management and the Board. • Prepare and present regular compliance reports to the Board and relevant committees, including on regulatory changes, compliance breaches, and remediation progress. • Ensure compliance considerations are integrated into new product design and operations from the inception phase by driving solutions that balance commercial outcomes and innovation, while maintaining a robust compliance posture using a clear risk-based approach. • Review technical documentation, user journeys, and product flows to ensure compliance risks are addressed; provide clear, actionable and solution-focused advice during the product lifecycle. • Build and scale compliance policies governing advertising, social media campaigns, influencer partnerships, and product launches. • Partner with Legal, Product, and Marketing teams to operationalize a timely review process for client-facing assets and go-to-market materials. AML/CFT & MLRO Duties • Act as the designated MLRO, with full statutory responsibility for overseeing the organisation's AML/CFT framework. • Receive, review, and assess all internal Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) from staff, and make informed decisions on whether to file external disclosures with competent local authorities. • Oversee and continuously improve the transaction monitoring programme, with support from global compliance and product functions. • Ensure robust sanctions screening against all applicable lists, including OFAC, UK OFSI, UN, EU, and applicable local sanctions designations