Team Lead, AML Investigations (L2)

The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company, acting as risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on regulatory obligations and enterprise risk. The successful candidate will have prior AML transaction monitoring and investigations experience in the financial services, FinTech, or cryptocurrency industries, helping detect unusual activity, suspicious/illegal behaviors and patterns, and preventing financial crimes.

Overview

Department

Compliance

Job type

Full time

Compensation

Salary not specified

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia

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About Our Company

We are deeply committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent and accessible society through blockchain technology. This is why we publish proof of reserves monthly, and continue to ship new innovative security features.

About the Role

As part of the AML Investigations team, you’ll be responsible for conducting a variety of tasks such as investigations, conducting enhanced due diligence, preparing narrative information for SAR filings, and participating in ad-hoc projects as needed. You will utilize internal and external investigative resources and apply logical research techniques.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead and manage a small team of AML investigators, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high-quality performance

Conduct thorough and constructive secondary reviews of the investigators' work to ensure accuracy, adherence to policies, and regulatory compliance

Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning

Serve as a point of escalation for complex cases, providing expert guidance and making decisions to resolve issues effectively

Monitor team performance metrics and implement improvement strategies as needed to achieve operational goals

Work with other team leads and AML managers to streamline processes and enhance the effectiveness of the AML investigations team

What We Look For In You

4+ years experience in conducting AML related account activity analysis, due-diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution with at least 2 years leadership experience

Strong writing, analytical and communications skills. Must be able to execute tasks within tight deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with colleagues across regions and business units

Should be a self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and results driven

Excellent command of spoken and written English is required

Nice to Haves

Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment

Knowledge with AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices

Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring & reporting tool(s), such as Chainalysis

Relevant industry certifications, e.g., CAMS

Cryptocurrency experience is a plus

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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