Head of Audit, Financial Risk

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 Head of Audit, Financial Risk will report to the Head of Audit, Corporate Risk Management and Finance. This is a new role within the audit function with direct line of sight to Senior audit leadership, Risk Management and Business Strategy.The role is one of several foundational roles in building an innovative and strong internal audit function at OKX.  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the execution of global audit projects, covering financial related risks (Market, Credit, IRR, Liquidity, Capital), across multiple geographical andregulatory jurisdictions, with versatile product and service offerings.
• Deliver timely and quality audit reviews, through value-add   findings addressed with constructive and foundational remediation actions.
• Manage daily execution of audit work, including resource allocation and coordination, continuous monitoring, stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Actively partner with stakeholders in the business and risk management to promote intelligent risk assessment and mitigation, through improving the control framework.
• Own and deliver the communication of status, issue, and risk disposition to all stakeholders, including senior management, on a timely basis.
• Contribute to the annual audit plan calibration process with insightful and deliberate recommendations related to improving audit  coverage over financial related risks and exposures.
• Assist the Head of Audit, Corporate Risk Management and Finance in providing holistic coverage and assurance over non-financial risks andrelated emerging risks, including new regulatory requirements and focus.
• Manage a small team of audit professionals through targeted and cross functional audit reviews across various risk stripes.
• Support the build of a strong audit function in accordance with OKX’s corporate values and principles. Leadership qualities:
• Demonstrated leadership skills in previous roles with substantial senior management exposure.
• An excellent communicator, collaborative by nature, with proven record for building strong professional relationships.
• Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels, even in the absence of formal reporting relationship or specific regulatory requirements.
• Creative and innovative, with demonstrated ability to offer various solutions to reduce inherently high-risk areas and control breaks.
• Self-starter, with proven record to create execution plans, structure an implementation timeline, oversee execution and deliver results timely.
• Passion for solving problems and building teams with core competencies and expertise.
• Ability to oversee, manage, and mentor, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.

 

What We Look For In You 

• 15+ years of relevant experience, with exposure to managing team(s).
• Substantial experience in financial services and/or risk management, including audit coverage of them, with specific emphasis on Market, Liquidity, Credit, Capital, Interest Rate risk and other financial risk areas is required.
• Experience in the crypto industry and background in traditional finance is considered a strong plus.
• Ability to work under pressure, with agility, and to manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations and/or requirements.
• Strong ability to communicate (oral & written) clearly to various levels of stakeholders across different levels of organizational hierarchy and expertise.  Ability to clearly articulate findings and present audit issues.
• Must be a proactive and goal oriented strategic thinker, with ability to identify creative solutions.
• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyze problems and develop proposed solutions; capability to clearly articulaterequired   actions   to   clients   and   senior ma