Senior Internal Controls & Compliance Specialist
## Responsibilities
KYC & AML Oversight
Perform due diligence and KYC/KYB checks, including sanctions screening, to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Handle escalations related to suspicious activity and collaborate with external authorities or regulatory bodies as needed.
Analyze on-chain activity for potential fraud or money laundering schemes, leveraging blockchain analytics tools to detect anomalies.
Internal Controls & Audit
Design, implement, and monitor controls that mitigate risks related to AML, fraud, and financial misstatements.
Conduct periodic internal audits, identify control gaps, and develop actionable remediation plans.
Prepare documentation and coordinate with external auditors to ensure alignment with SOC 2, ISO, and other frameworks.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Continuously research and interpret evolving regulations (MiCA, DORA, GDPR, etc.) to integrate them into our internal control frameworks.
Develop and maintain risk assessment protocols, ensuring timely detection and mitigation of financial, operational, and compliance risks.
Implement second-level permanent controls and maintain real-time monitoring dashboards (KPIs) for effective internal oversight.
Process Optimization & Collaboration
Analyze existing compliance and operational processes, identifying opportunities to optimize and increase efficiency.
Partner with Finance, Legal, and Security teams to integrate new regulatory requirements and best practices seamlessly.
Support training and quality assurance for both in-house and external teams, ensuring consistent adherence to control standards.
Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare detailed reports on control findings, suspicious activity analyses, and regulatory updates for senior management.
Act as a liaison with regulators, external auditors, and internal teams, communicating compliance priorities and risk exposures clearly.
Escalate critical compliance or control issues to leadership and propose data-driven solutions.
## What We’re Looking For
4+ years of experience in compliance, internal controls, risk management, audit, or a related field (public accounting or consulting background a plus).
Demonstrated expertise in KYC/KYB, AML, sanctions screening, and fraud detection, with the ability to translate findings into actionable improvements.
Familiarity with SOC 2, GDPR, VASP, MiCA, DORA, ISO, and other relevant frameworks, plus exposure to blockchain or crypto regulations.
Strong analytical and communication skills, capable of engaging stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.
Experience with on-chain analysis and blockchain security tools is highly desirable (e.g., Elliptic, Chainalysis, Persona Identities, Notabene).
Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, CISA, CIA) are a plus.
Self-driven, highly organized, and passionate about building secure, compliant financial ecosystems.
• *If you’re passionate about blockchain and decentralized technologies, explore more opportunities in web3 and cryptocurrency careers.**
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KYC & AML Oversight
Perform due diligence and KYC/KYB checks, including sanctions screening, to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Handle escalations related to suspicious activity and collaborate with external authorities or regulatory bodies as needed.
Analyze on-chain activity for potential fraud or money laundering schemes, leveraging blockchain analytics tools to detect anomalies.
Internal Controls & Audit
Design, implement, and monitor controls that mitigate risks related to AML, fraud, and financial misstatements.
Conduct periodic internal audits, identify control gaps, and develop actionable remediation plans.
Prepare documentation and coordinate with external auditors to ensure alignment with SOC 2, ISO, and other frameworks.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Continuously research and interpret evolving regulations (MiCA, DORA, GDPR, etc.) to integrate them into our internal control frameworks.
Develop and maintain risk assessment protocols, ensuring timely detection and mitigation of financial, operational, and compliance risks.
Implement second-level permanent controls and maintain real-time monitoring dashboards (KPIs) for effective internal oversight.
Process Optimization & Collaboration
Analyze existing compliance and operational processes, identifying opportunities to optimize and increase efficiency.
Partner with Finance, Legal, and Security teams to integrate new regulatory requirements and best practices seamlessly.
Support training and quality assurance for both in-house and external teams, ensuring consistent adherence to control standards.
Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare detailed reports on control findings, suspicious activity analyses, and regulatory updates for senior management.
Act as a liaison with regulators, external auditors, and internal teams, communicating compliance priorities and risk exposures clearly.
Escalate critical compliance or control issues to leadership and propose data-driven solutions.
## What We’re Looking For
4+ years of experience in compliance, internal controls, risk management, audit, or a related field (public accounting or consulting background a plus).
Demonstrated expertise in KYC/KYB, AML, sanctions screening, and fraud detection, with the ability to translate findings into actionable improvements.
Familiarity with SOC 2, GDPR, VASP, MiCA, DORA, ISO, and other relevant frameworks, plus exposure to blockchain or crypto regulations.
Strong analytical and communication skills, capable of engaging stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.
Experience with on-chain analysis and blockchain security tools is highly desirable (e.g., Elliptic, Chainalysis, Persona Identities, Notabene).
Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, CISA, CIA) are a plus.
Self-driven, highly organized, and passionate about building secure, compliant financial ecosystems.
• *If you’re passionate about blockchain and decentralized technologies, explore more opportunities in web3 and cryptocurrency careers.**
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job