Anti-Money Laundering Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the central point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders for questions related to AML.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the AML and Financial Crime framework including client onboarding and KYC processes.
• Monitoring and supervising compliance with AML/KYC programs and the requirements of the national supervisory authorities.
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulations, advising on their impact on the company's operations and business strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and reviews of the implemented policies and frameworks.
• Undertake regular, periodic and ad-hoc reporting to internal and external stakeholders (e.g. regulators, management etc.).
• Collaborate with internal teams, including compliance, finance and operations, to address compliance issues and support business objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments to proactively address potential compliance risks.
• Provide trainings to the business and compliance departments.
• Assist in managing suspicious activity reporting and support in creating operational structures ensuring compliance.

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Forensics or a related field, with preference for candidates with legal background.
• Minimum 5 years of experience from compliance departments within financial institutions, banks, FinTech's. Prior experience within the crypto industry is a big plus but not required. Ideally, prior experience entails communication with supervisory authorities. For the Deputy AMLO slightly less strict requirements regarding qualification may apply.
• Good understanding of blockchain technology, digital assets, and the regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrencies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build a team.
• Good command of written and oral English, proficiency in German is strongly preferred (however, no knock-out criteria).
• Experience working in a start-up or high-growth technology company will be advantageous.