Senior Manager, Controls and Governance

OKX will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require OKX's sponsorship of a visa._

**Who We Are**:

- At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

- 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 Team**:

- As a key digital asset hub, Singapore is an integral part of our global strategy. Licensed by MAS, OKX SG is focused on providing Singapore users with a secure and user-friendly platform for trading digital assets. Our mission is to become the leading exchange in Singapore, offering seamless and efficient trading experiences to our clients and partners.
The Controls and Governance function at OKX SG works across business, product, legal, risk, and compliance to ensure our operations remain safe, resilient, and compliant with Singapore's regulatory expectations. We embed operational risk management practices, uplift internal controls, and act as business partners to help functions make informed, risk-aware decisions.

**About the Opportunity**:

- We are seeking a **Controls and Governance Senior Manager** to support the development and implementation of key operational risk and governance initiatives in Singapore. Reporting to the Controls and Governance Lead, you will contribute to strengthening internal controls, regulatory implementation, risk governance, and audit preparedness. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in governance and/or risk management, with an interest in embedding a culture of accountability, regulatory compliance and operational resilience in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.

**What You'll Be Doing**:
**Outsourcing Governance** Oversight**Act as the primary point of contact for all outsourcing-related matters, including governance of intra-group and third-party arrangements
- Maintain the SG Outsourcing Register and work with legal, compliance, risk and business teams to ensure third-party arrangements comply with MAS Outsourcing Guidelines and internal policies
- Promote awareness of outsourcing and risk protocols across business units through ongoing engagement and coordination

**Drive Risk Governance and Reporting**Maintain and update the SG risk register, collating and validating inputs from business units
- Coordinate execution of the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA)
- Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) across business processes and oversee quarterly control testing to assess design and operating effectiveness, identify control gaps, and drive remediation activities

**Audit, Assurance and Issue Management**Serve as the point of contact for internal and external audit engagements, including coordination of documentation requests, walkthroughs, and management responses
- Support the Controls and Governance Lead and Compliance teams in audit preparedness and closure of regulatory or internal audit findings

**Policy and SOP Implementation**Support the Controls and Governance Lead in the rollout of local policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and staff training to ensure awareness and adherence to internal control requirements

**Issue and Incident Management**Coordinate the investigation and root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents and control issues, working with control owners to develop effective corrective actions and track resolution

**Committee Secretariat and Governance Coordination**Act as secretariat for Token Listing committee, overseeing agenda setting, minutes and follow-ups
- Ensure timely and consistent reporting to the SG Management Committee and relevant governance forums

**What we're looking for**:
- At least 6 years of experience in governance, compliance or audit roles in a financial services/fintech company-
- Strong familiarity with MAS regulations and guidelines, especially relating to risk management, outsourcing, and internal controls-
- Strong stakeholder and cross-functional leadership skills, with a track record of working with business, product/engineering, risk and compliance teams-
- Analytical mindset and risk-based approach to problem solving-
- Prior exposure to digital assets and crypto (including but not limited to blockchain technology, exchange operations and crypto analytics) 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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