Principal Compliance Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ireland.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and provide ongoing compliance support for IE-regulated entities, encompassing activities related to CASP and EMI requirements, as well as relevant conduct and market integrity matters.

• Maintain and improve the compliance framework for IE-regulated entities (including policies, procedures, governance materials, and reporting calendars) to align with business changes and IE regulatory expectations.

• Serve as a trusted collaborator to Product, Design, Engineering, and Markets teams, helping them to structure and launch products, services, and controls effectively.

• Lead and perform assurance monitoring and testing (risk-based), document findings comprehensively, and drive prompt remediation with responsible owners and timelines.

• Aid in regulatory engagement, including addressing information requests, examinations/audits, and routine/periodic reporting obligations as necessary.

• Review and provide counsel on customer-facing communications and marketing from a compliance risk and conduct perspective.

• Generate dependable management information for senior stakeholders (including KRIs, monitoring outcomes, remediation progress, training completion) and assist in preparing reports for Committee and Board meetings regarding compliance issues.

• Offer guidance and oversee outsourced compliance functions (such as marketing/complaints) to ensure adherence to CBI/EBA outsourcing guidelines and relevant requirements under MiCA/PSD2/CPC.

• Design and implement compliance training programs, ensuring that employees understand their obligations and responsibilities.

• Provide compliance advisory support and guidance to Compliance Officers and the EU Regional Compliance team concerning new and existing regulations, rules, best practices, and adherence to internal procedures and directives.

• Ensure all Policies and Procedures are updated and presented through the appropriate governance forums.

• Foster a culture of compliance by providing training, clear guidance, and practical partnership with the business.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of second-line Compliance experience in a regulated bank, crypto exchange, or payments firm.

• Proven ability to analyze risk effectively and exercise sound judgement in a timely manner.

• Experience in crypto-asset services or a strong demonstrated interest, along with a solid understanding of the regulatory framework.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Capacity to prioritize workload in accordance with tight deadlines and work efficiently under pressure.

• In-depth knowledge of regulations, particularly regarding MiCAR, PSD2, and CPC requirements.

• Excellent written and communication skills; capable of translating regulatory expectations into practical controls and clear guidance.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple workstreams, and collaborating across functions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Flexible working hours