Head of AML & Compliance - Crypto (m/f/d)

• Challenging Compliance Leadership Role
• Opportunity to enter the Digital Assets Industry

About Our Client

Our client is a Digital Assets company based in Frankfurt, who is looking to hire a Head of AML & Compliance - Crypto (m/f/d).

Job Description

• Lead and continuously enhance the quality of the company's AML and compliance work
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable requirements
• Support the development and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and controls
• Conduct risk assessments and identify areas for improvement across compliance-related processes
• Manage interactions with regulatory authorities, auditors, and external partners
• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity assessment, and escalation processes
• Provide compliance guidance to business and technology stakeholders
• Deliver training and awareness initiatives across the organization
• Contribute to the company's broader governance and risk management activities

The Successful Applicant

• Several years of experience in AML, Compliance, Financial Crime Prevention, or Regulatory Risk
• Experience within banking, payments, fintech, e-money, securities, digital assets, or another regulated financial services environment
• Strong understanding of AML regulations, compliance frameworks, and regulatory expectations
• Ability to work independently and drive initiatives with limited bureaucracy
• Solution-oriented mindset with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Digital asset or crypto exposure is beneficial but explicitly not required
• Fluent English and German are required

What’s on Offer

• Entrepreneurial environment with short decision paths
• High degree of personal ownership and responsibility
• Innovative financial technology and digital asset ecosystem
• Ability to work in the office in Frankfurt for 3-4 days every week, 1-2 days home office weekly
• Competitive compensation package of up to 150.000 EUR (base salary including bonus)

Contact

Anna Ladyshenski

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