Senior Manager Sanctions Operations
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Full time
Office
Compensation is not specified
Role
Operations Manager
Description
About the role
As the Senior Manager of Sanctions Operations, you will play a key role in leading the Sanctions Operations department within the Compliance Operation pillar. Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance, your responsibilities will include overseeing daily monitoring activities, aligning initiatives with global sanctions policies, and leading people management activities.
What you'll be doing
- Leading the sanctions operations team in conducting daily transaction monitoring and utilizing blockchain analytics to prevent financial crimes.
- Acting as the Sanctions Expert, working cross-functionally to identify gaps, implement controls, and oversee program enhancements.
- Spearheading the development of compliance policies, enhancing processes, and promoting global collaboration.
- Collaborating with internal teams to address sanctions queries and ensure compliance with financial crimes standards.
- Overseeing QA reviews, audits, and responses to regulatory queries, leading remediation efforts promptly.
- Developing and refining sanctions training programs with the Learning Development & Quality Assurance department.
- Working with regional compliance teams to obtain business licenses and meet regulatory standards for operations and expansion.
What we look for
- 8-12 years of leadership experience in sanctions/AML within financial services, fintech, or crypto industries.
- Proven record in managing large departments, building compliance programs, and understanding regulatory requirements.
- Experience in policy development, fostering cross-functional collaborations, and promoting compliance culture.
- Strong analytical skills, using data and technology for effective transaction monitoring and crime prevention.
Nice to have
- Experience in financial institutions or tech companies is an advantage.
- Passion for Blockchain and Cryptocurrency.
Skills Required
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OKX
Website
www.okx.comCompany size
Not specified
Location
United States
Description
OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange, providing advanced financial services to traders worldwide leveraging blockchain technology.
Our platform offers spot & derivatives trading helping traders optimize their strategy. It provides a safe, reliable and stable environment for digital assets trading via web interface and mobile app by adopting GSLB, and distributed server clusters.
We believe blockchain technology will eliminate barriers to transactions, increase the efficiency of transactions across society, and eventually have a significant impact on the global economy. We strive to achieve something that changes the world and never stop to innovate and improve on our customer experience.