Head of Global Sanctions, Okcoin

• 7+ years of experience in Sanctions compliance at regulated financial institutions
• Strong and in-depth knowledge and understanding of OFAC, EU and UN sanctions regimes
• Excellent technical understanding of operational processes and vendor solutions, in order to build, operationalize, and enhance a sound and effective Sanctions program
• Proven leadership and project management skills to drive alignment across stakeholder groups to develop and implement controls and processes
• Ability to lead projects/initiatives with high visibility and complexity
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact and lead discussions comfortably with senior levels of management and regulators
• Proven ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, critical thinker and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment covering multiple and varied tasks
• Intuitive, highly ethical and comfortable to question and challenge
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Desirable

• The Compliance function at Okcoin 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
• Our Compliance Advisory team, in particular, is responsible for building Compliance policies, programs and frameworks for the company’s diverse and exciting products in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• This role will oversee the development and implementation of a global Sanctions Compliance Program, partnering closely with other Compliance Leaders, Legal, Product, Engineering and Risk
• This role will develop and maintain a strong and efficient controls environment in order to comply with all applicable sanctions laws, regulations, and guidance for Okcoin’s global presence
• Own, develop, and manage the global Sanctions Compliance Program framework, including but not limited to strategy, roadmap and controls to address the dynamic global sanctions compliance requirements
• Evaluate and evolve current implementation and operational processes to ensure Sanctions compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices
• Monitor, evaluate and advise on global Sanctions requirements for new and existing products, services, and operational footprint
• Communicate Sanctions compliance framework and program requirements to all relevant stakeholders (internal and external)
• Engage cross-functionally (with groups such as Legal, Product, Engineering and Risk) to establish a thoughtful, strategic and scalable approach to the Sanctions Compliance Program and related processes
• Assist with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment