--- title: 'Head of Wholesale, NEA (VIP) at OKX' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/head-of-wholesale-nea-vip-okx-singapore-4kft5y4tt829' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Head of Wholesale, NEA (VIP) at OKX - **Company:** OKX - **Location:** Singapore - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2025-12-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/okx/jobs/7559098003 ## Job description 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. 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. ## About The Team An exciting opportunity for an experienced business development professional to lead our commercial activities in NEA. You will be responsible for leading our commercial strategy for NEA and driving our growth through partnerships and key client development. The successful candidate will need to be highly confident and skilled in speaking to potential clients, regulators, media, and partners. As a Commercial Director, you will work with our internal operations, growth, product and marketing teams to achieve the required strategic goals and revenue targets. ## What You’ll Be Doing - Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategy for OKX in NEA that aligns with business growth objectives. - Formulate revenue strategy and revenue optimisation based on the product offerings of OKX in NEA. - Work closely with the executive leadership team to contribute to the overall strategic direction of the company. - Lead our partnership work in NEA through identifying the right partners to work with, plus executing any partnership negotiations. - Manage relationships with key clients in the NEA ensuring positive customer experience. - Drive cross-functional focus on customer outcomes, value and experience. - Build strong alignment between sales, marketing, product, finance and other related business areas. - Analyse market trends and customer insights to inform strategic decision and product innovation. ## What We Look For In You - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred. - Minimum of 10 years of experience in the Crypto or Traditional Finance sectors, with a significant portion in a leadership role. - Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful commercial strategies in the derivatives space. - Strong understanding of futures and options products, market dynamics, market data and indicies. - Understanding of the NEA crypto and finance regulatory environments. - Highly sociable, confident, and a commercially-minded communicator. - Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Proven track record of achieving revenue growth and market expansion. - Ability to navigate complex negotiations and forge strong relationships with clients and partners. Nice-To-Haves - Prior experience working at a crypto exchange. - Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto space. ## 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 - More that we love to tell you along the process! Notice: All official OKX vacancies are published on this website. While roles may appear on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites may be inaccurate or outdated. If in doubt, please apply directly through our official careers website. Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any job application you choose to submit is subject to OKX's [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/okx-candidate-privacy-notice). ## About OKX ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange and Web3 platform offering spot and derivatives trading, a self-custody wallet, and decentralized application access to over 100 million users globally. - **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed; last round $200M in March 2026) - **Headquarters**: Seychelles (legal entity: Aux Cayes FinTech Co. Ltd.) - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Star Xu ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Cryptocurrency exchange, digital asset trading, Web3 infrastructure. - **Target customers**: B2C (retail traders, crypto enthusiasts) and B2B (institutions, high-frequency traders, liquidity providers). Serves both individuals and large institutions. - **Mission**: To reshape the world with crypto, contributing to every individual’s freedom, and to build a fairer, more transparent, and accessible society through blockchain technology. ## Products & Services - **Spot Trading**: Buy and sell over 300 cryptocurrencies with low fees. - **Derivatives**: Futures, options, and perpetual swaps for advanced trading strategies. - **Structured Products**: Yield-bearing products for passive income. - **OKX Wallet**: Self-custody Web3 wallet supporting dApps, DeFi, NFTs, and cross-chain swaps. - **OKX Pay**: Fiat on-ramp and payment infrastructure for seamless deposits. - **Institutional Services**: Ultra-low latency API connectivity, prime brokerage, and tailored liquidity solutions. - **Proof of Reserves**: Monthly public attestation of asset backing (1:1). ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metrics**: Over 100 million customers worldwide; 2,886 employees (as of mid-2026, +14.3% YoY); $200M total funding (venture round, March 2026). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: One undisclosed investor in the latest round. Partnerships include McLaren F1, Manchester City FC, Tribeca Film Festival. - **Growth Signals**: Expanded into Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, Singapore, and Turkey in the last year; plans to enter US, Belgium, and UAE. Active job postings: 246. Employee headcount grew 14.3% YoY. ## Competitive Advantages - **Liquidity & Low Fees**: One of the top crypto exchanges by trading volume with competitive fee structures. - **Transparency**: Monthly proof-of-reserves reports publicly verifiable. - **Security**: Multi-layer security, GSLB, distributed server clusters, and dedicated security engineering teams. - **Global Reach**: Available in over 180 countries/regions with localized support. - **Web3 Integration**: Deeply connected wallet bridging centralized and decentralized finance. ## Strategic Focus - **AI-Native Product & Engineering**: Investing heavily in AI agents, chatbots, and infrastructure for automated trading and user experience. - **Institutional Growth**: Expanding VIP relationship management, prime brokerage, and institutional-grade tools. - **Global Regulatory Compliance**: Obtaining licenses in new jurisdictions (e.g., Singapore, Turkey, Brazil) while maintaining a robust compliance center. - **Web3 Ecosystem**: Growing the OKX Wallet and dApp connectivity to drive DeFi adoption. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values-driven environment with core principles: "WE before Me", "Do the right thing", and "Get things done". Emphasis on ownership, transparency, and innovation. - **Work Policy**: Hybrid/office roles across multiple global hubs (Singapore, Hong Kong, San Jose, Dubai, etc.). Remote flexibility varies by role. - **Perks**: Competitive benefits including learning budgets, team events, and the "Supernova Program" for early-career talent. Engineering teams work on cutting-edge blockchain and AI problems. - **Engineering Culture**: Strong focus on AI-native development, Rust/Java/Go, mobile infrastructure, and security. High percentage of technical roles (721 engineers, 10% of workforce). - **Growth Opportunity**: Rapidly scaling company with global expansion, offering cross-functional mobility and exposure to senior leadership. ## Sources 1. [okx.com - About & Careers](https://www.okx.com/en-us/join-us) 2. [LinkedIn - OKX Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/okxofficial/jobs) 3. [Greenhouse - OKX Job Board](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/okx) 4. 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