Senior AML Compliance Officer

About The Client

Our client is a fast-growing and regulated global fintech company operating across multiple jurisdictions in Europe, the U.S., and other international markets. The company provides crypto-asset and digital payment services, maintaining strict adherence to evolving regulatory standards. To support its continued growth and compliance excellence, the company is strengthening its global AML/CTF function.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior AML Compliance Officer to play a key role in enhancing and executing the company’s global anti–money laundering and counter–terrorist financing framework. This position will ensure ongoing compliance with applicable EU, U.S., and international regulations, including AMLD5/6, MiCA, FATF recommendations, and BSA/FinCEN requirements.

The ideal candidate will combine deep regulatory knowledge with hands-on experience in crypto, fintech, or payments, and be comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based reviews of higher-risk customers, transactions, and crypto wallet activity using blockchain analytics and monitoring tools.
• Identify, investigate, and document suspicious activities; prepare and file STRs/SARs in accordance with relevant local and international FIUs and FinCEN standards.
• Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the company’s AML/CTF compliance program, ensuring full alignment with current and emerging regulations.
• Support licensing and registration processes, including MiCA CASP submissions, VASP registrations, and MSB filings.
• Serve as a key point of contact during regulatory inspections, external audits, and AML program assessments.
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Risk, and Product teams to assess AML risks associated with new products, markets, and business models.
• Contribute to training initiatives and promote awareness of financial crime compliance across internal teams.
• Track and analyze regulatory developments and crypto-related risk typologies, ensuring the internal framework remains up to date.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in AML or compliance, including at least 2 years in crypto, fintech, or payments.
• In-depth understanding of AMLD5/6, MiCA, FATF, and BSA/FinCEN frameworks.
• Proven experience with VASP or similar regulatory licensing processes in at least one EU jurisdiction.
• Practical knowledge of blockchain analytics, risk scoring models, wallet attribution, and typology identification.
• Skilled in drafting and maintaining AML documentation — policies, risk assessments, and internal procedures.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• CAMS, ICA, CGSS, or other recognized AML/CTF certifications will be considered a strong advantage.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Performance-based bonus structure tied to individual objectives.
• Remote-first working model with optional hybrid arrangements.
• Collaborative and transparent work culture.
• If you’re passionate about financial crime prevention, regulatory excellence, and meaningful impact — this role is the perfect opportunity to apply your expertise on a global scale.