Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer - Malta
OKX
Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This remote ok full time position at OKX is open across the EMEA region, which includes South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
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<h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-QuaadxsdqowGwjxdQL4lkcDSgVd">Who We Are</h3>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-U4EAdiPJ1o8kQqxOulglw20KgXf">At OKX, we believe crypto will help reshape the future and contribute to greater individual freedom.</div>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Khl1dwbWSogmjKxYBgTljx7zgXf">OKX is a leading crypto exchange and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions of customers access to crypto trading and decentralised applications. OKX is also trusted by institutions seeking secure access to crypto markets and is supported by its Proof of Reserves programme.</div>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Kxh0dwuTCokjlnxG9rJlm3USgJh">Across our global offices, we are united by three core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These values shape how we work and help us create a collaborative, rewarding and diverse environment for every OK-er.</div>
<h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-X3HndhnlIoxcmfxEH6Vl1xgogkf">About the Team</h3>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-Gmpvd5P1soI4NmxrIiBluRY7gVc">The Compliance function is responsible for promoting a strong compliance culture and supporting the safe, sustainable growth of OKX. We are a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on regulatory obligations, conduct expectations and enterprise risks.</div>
<h3 class="heading-2 ace-line old-record-id-WJmDdHAmfob8oSxXAyClWHYUgTe">About the Opportunity</h3>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-R9ked2GnWounl8xP4qPlxwFJge0">We are looking for a <strong>Deputy </strong><strong>Money Laundering Reporting Officer</strong><strong> (Deputy </strong><strong>MLRO</strong><strong>)</strong> to support the MLRO in overseeing and further developing the organisation’s AML/CFT and financial crime compliance framework within a MiCA-regulated crypto-asset environment. The role will provide exposure to a broad range of financial crime matters, including customer due diligence, transaction and blockchain monitoring, investigations, suspicious activity reporting and regulatory engagement.</div>
<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-WQzOdk4SRosBGoxVmG2l7Vt2gfd">The Deputy MLRO will act as a key AML/CFT subject-matter expert across the organisation, providing oversight, advice and challenge to ensure that financial crime risks are appropriately identified, assessed and managed. The role will also support the continuous enhancement of AML/CFT systems and controls, ensuring that they remain effective, proportionate and aligned with the organisation’s evolving pro
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
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About OKX
OKX is a company in the Finance Department industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 24 open positions on Hirezar. View all OKX jobs →