Senior Audit Manager, FinCrime (EMEA)

OKX; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto exchange is seeking a Senior Audit Manager in Dubai to oversee the internal audit function focusing on financial crimes including AML and fraud prevention. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in internal audit with expertise in financial crimes. This role involves strategic leadership, audit execution, and stakeholder engagement within a dynamic environment, offering a chance to impact compliance frameworks significantly.

Benefits

Learning and Development programs

Team building events

Wellness and meal allowances

Comprehensive healthcare schemes

Qualifications

• 8+ years in internal audit, especially in Financial Crimes.
• Expertise in AML, CTF, and sanctions regulatory expectations.
• Experience in crypto or financial institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual audit plan for financial crimes.
• Lead end-to-end audits for AML/CTF and fraud detection.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive audit reports to management.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Audit methodologies

AML and CTF expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

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. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Audit Manager, FinCrime Dubai will manage the internal audit function for financial crimes, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), sanctions compliance, fraud prevention, and other financial crime-related activities. This role ensures that the organization\'s financial crime risk management and compliance frameworks are robust, effective, and aligned with regulatory expectations.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the annual audit plan for financial crimes, ensuring alignment with the organization\'s strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
• Advise senior management on financial crime-related risks, control gaps, and regulatory trends.
• Act as a subject matter expert for financial crimes audit, providing strategic insights and guidance.

2. Audit Execution

• Lead end-to-end audits covering AML/CTF, sanctions compliance, fraud detection, and other financial crime programs.
• Assess the effectiveness of policies, procedures, controls, and systems designed to mitigate financial crime risks.
• Monitor compliance with local and global regulatory requirements (e.g., AML, FATF, OFAC sanctions, etc.).
• Ensure that audits are conducted efficiently, with clear and actionable recommendations provided to management.

3. Team Management

• Foster and contribute to a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement within the audit team.
• Coordinate with colleagues located globally, as well the potential to manage performance of small teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality audit reports.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Compliance, Risk Management, Legal, and external regulators.
• Participate in governance forums, presenting audit findings and updates related to financial crimes risk.
• Provide proactive insights into emerging financial crime risks and regulatory changes.

5. Regulatory and Industry Knowledge

• Stay up to date with regulatory developments, industry best practices, and emerging threats in financial crime risk management.
• Ensure the organization\'s financial crime audit approach aligns with regulatory expectations and global standards.

6. Reporting

• Prepare and deliver comprehensive, timely, and accurate audit work papers and reports to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Track and validate the remediation of audit findings to ensure timely resolution.

What We Look For In You

Experience: 8+ years in internal audit, including leadership roles in Financial Crimes at a leading global financial institution, fintech, or Big 4 firm. Experience in crypto, digital assets, or blockchain is a plus.

Expertise: Deep knowledge of AML, CTF, and sanctions regulatory expectations for financial services, and cutting-edge audit methodologies. Familiarity with data analytics and emerging audit technologies is highly desirable.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Communication: Exceptional ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including regulators and senior leadership.

Certifications: ACAMS required. CPA, CIA, or similar credentials are also preferred. Advanced certifications (e.g., CISA, CFA) are a plus.

Education: Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Law degree or equivalent preferred.

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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