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Head of Compliance: Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF)

OKX
Location
EMEA
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Compliance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10 years plus in regulatory compliance within financial services, market infrastructure, fintech or crypto, including time at a senior or head-of-function level
  • Direct experience of trading venue compliance: MTF, OTF, regulated market, SI or an equivalent execution venue
  • Working knowledge of MiFID II and MiFIR as they apply to venue operators
  • Practical experience of market abuse surveillance and MAR obligations for a venue operator
  • Experience developing and owning a compliance framework that has stood up to regulatory examination
  • Experience preparing and defending compliance reporting to a board or regulator
Nice to have
  • Prior experience in the crypto industry, particularly tokenised instruments, crypto derivatives or a MiCA-authorised trading platform
  • Experience with the DLT Pilot Regime or another distributed ledger market infrastructure
  • Experience of a trading venue authorisation or a licence variation to add MTF operation
  • Familiarity with surveillance platforms and transaction reporting tooling
  • International Compliance Association, ACAMS, CISI or equivalent compliance certification
What the job really is

The Head of Compliance for the Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) at OKX will oversee the compliance framework for the trading venue, ensuring adherence to MiFID II, MiFIR, and other regulatory requirements. This role involves acting as the primary compliance contact for the Malta Financial Services Authority, managing member admissions, and providing compliance oversight on trading requirements. Additionally, the position includes building and leading the compliance team and advising various business units on regulatory matters.

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
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed
  • Role involves significant regulatory interaction and oversight responsibilities
  • Experience in a fast-moving regulatory environment is crucial
  • The position requires a strong ethical stance and the ability to challenge business practices
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