Compliance Leader

Role Overview

We are seeking a sharp and experienced

Compliance Leader

to join our dynamic team. They will work closely with our operations and business development teams to ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and maintain the integrity of our business practices across all operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Regulatory & Risk Oversight

Regulatory Compliance : Stay updated on relevant federal, state, and local laws. Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organization. Assist with regulatory reporting and filing requirements.

Risk Assessment : Identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.

KYB and Transaction Monitoring : Conduct KYC document reviews, identify deficiencies, and analyze transactional data for suspicious activity.

Policy & Program Governance

Policy Development : Create and maintain compliance policies and procedures.

Compliance Program Management : Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance programs. Conduct compliance testing and audits.

Training : Educate employees on compliance policies and procedures.

Monitoring, Reporting & Support

Monitoring and Auditing : Conduct regular compliance audits and monitoring activities.

Recordkeeping : Maintain accurate and complete compliance records.

Reporting : Prepare compliance reports for management and regulatory agencies.

Issue Resolution : Investigate and resolve compliance issues in a timely manner.

Project Support : Collaborate with cross-functional teams on compliance-related projects.

What we are looking for

Must haves :

Bachelor's degree in finance, law, accounting, or related fields.

10+ years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, with strong focus on AML / KYC.

Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance frameworks.

Superior attention to detail to identify compliance issues quickly.

Experience in crypto / web3-related compliance projects.

What helps you stand out :

In-depth knowledge of crypto regulatory requirements in one or more geographies including - US, UK, Europe, UAE and Latin America.

Proven experience with crypto-specific AML / KYC procedures / third-party service providers and blockchain analytics tools.

Experience in drafting Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and articulating grounds for suspicion.

Broader experience in the fintech / cross-border payments / neobanking industry.