Compliance Officer – Luxembourg – Crypto industrie

Location: Luxembourg City

Department: Compliance

Reporting to: EU Head of Compliance

About the company

Our client is a regulated international fintech company operating in the digital assets and cryptocurrency sector, with an established presence in Europe and other major financial markets. The company operates in Luxembourg under the supervision of the Ministry of Finance and the CSSF and holds Virtual Asset Service Provider registration.

The organisation offers an international and fast-paced working environment focused on innovation, regulatory compliance, and blockchain-related activities.

Role description

We are looking for a Compliance Officer to join the Compliance team of a regulated fintech company in Luxembourg. Reporting directly to the EU Head of Compliance, the role is part of the second line of defence and involves close collaboration with local and international Compliance and Risk teams.

This position provides hands-on exposure to compliance monitoring, regulatory oversight, and policy implementation within a rapidly evolving regulatory environment related to digital assets.

Key responsibilities

• Support the EU Head of Compliance in maintaining and updating compliance policies, procedures, and controls in line with Luxembourg and EU regulatory requirements.
• Assist with compliance monitoring and testing activities to ensure effective implementation of controls.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management, the Board of Directors, and regulatory authorities.
• Support regulatory inspections, external audits, and internal reviews.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their potential impact on the business.
• Contribute to compliance training and awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with Customer Operations and global Compliance teams on AML/CFT alerts, investigations, and high-risk transactions.
• Support sanctions screening and transaction monitoring frameworks.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the Compliance Program through the implementation of new controls and processes.

Profile requirement

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Law, Audit, Risk, Finance, or a related field.

Professional certifications such as ACAMS, ACFCS, or ICA are considered an asset.

Experience

3 to 5 years of experience in a Compliance advisory or assurance role within the second line of defence.

Experience within a regulated financial institution such as a bank, EMI, PI, or fintech in Luxembourg or the EEA.

Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, sanctions compliance, and regulatory reporting.

Experience supporting compliance monitoring, risk assessments, or policy implementation.

Solid understanding of the Luxembourg and EU regulatory landscape.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

Familiarity with MiCAR, DORA, and outsourcing regulations.

Experience with compliance monitoring plans or similar second-line activities.

Exposure to blockchain analytics tools.

Prior interaction with Luxembourg regulators.

Knowledge of trade surveillance rules and systems.

Languages

English business proficiency required.

French or other European languages are considered an advantage.

Additional information

A criminal record extract (n.3) will be required prior to employment.

Candidates must have the right to work in Luxembourg.