Director of AML, Virtual Asset Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Hong Kong, +2 more countries.

📋 Description

• Develop and enhance AML frameworks, compliance strategies for virtual assets, sanctions, risk assessments, transaction monitoring, and investigative processes.

• Provide guidance to financial institutions and VASPs regarding virtual asset compliance, regulatory expectations, and risks associated with financial crimes in the blockchain space.

• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and convert them into actionable compliance guidance and product requirements.

• Act as the MLRO when necessary or assist the appointed MLRO in reviewing suspicious activities and managing regulatory reporting.

• Collaborate with product, engineering, business development teams, regulators, law enforcement, and various industry stakeholders.

• Function as a senior subject matter expert in AML and compliance related to virtual assets.

• Contribute to enhancing the company’s compliance capabilities while providing advice to clients and partners.

• Interact with regulators, law enforcement agencies, clients, and industry partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• Previous experience as an MLRO, Chief Compliance Officer, Head of Financial Crime, or a comparable senior compliance position.

• Background in both traditional financial institutions and the virtual asset sector.

• In-depth understanding of AML, financial crime, sanctions, transaction monitoring, regulatory compliance and reporting, as well as risks associated with virtual asset financial crimes.

• Practical experience with blockchain analytics, KYT, wallet screening, or other similar compliance tools and processes related to on-chain activities.

• Excellent communication abilities, along with CAMS or an equivalent AML qualification.

• Experience in managing the AML program of a regulated entity, overseeing VASP licensing, conducting regulatory examinations, or remediation efforts.

• Established connections with regulators, law enforcement, banks, exchanges, or within the virtual asset industry.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in the field.