Risk Compliance Specialist

Risk & Compliance Specialist

Location: Netherlands – Remote. Employment type: Full‑time, Hybrid.

Job Summary

MoonPay is looking for a Global Risk & Compliance Specialist to join our growing Compliance team. In this role, you will strengthen MoonPay’s global risk framework and ensure adherence to regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll collaborate with Legal, Product, Operations, and regional stakeholders to identify, assess, and document risks, support compliance testing and monitoring, and maintain a robust Process, Risk & Control (PRC) inventory.

What you will do

• Conduct risk assessments (including RCSAs) to identify, analyze, and document financial, operational, legal, and reputational risks across the business.
• Maintain and enhance MoonPay’s Process, Risk & Control (PRC) Inventory, ensuring risks and controls are clearly documented and aligned to regulatory requirements.
• Perform compliance testing and monitoring activities across Compliance and business functions, identifying control gaps and tracking remediation.
• Support global regulatory compliance efforts by ensuring policies, procedures, and controls align with applicable laws and industry standards (including EU and other key jurisdictions).
• Prepare clear, data‑driven reporting and risk insights for senior leadership to support decision‑making and governance oversight.
• Stay informed on emerging crypto‑related regulatory developments and evolving risk trends, proactively highlighting potential impacts to the business.

What you will need

• 2+ years of experience in risk management and/or regulatory compliance, ideally within fintech, financial services, or crypto.
• Direct professional experience in cryptocurrency.
• Experience with risk and compliance requirements in various EU jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess moderately complex risk and compliance scenarios and propose practical, scalable solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into effective controls.
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable collaborating with cross‑functional and international stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.

Bonus qualifications

• Professional certifications (CRMP, CRCM, CCEP, CAMS, or similar).
• Experience working in a high‑growth startup or scale‑up environment.
• Professional fluency in Dutch.

Values

• Be Hungry
• Level Up
• Own It
• Crypto Curious
• Kaizen

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary package.
• Equity package – all employees have ownership at MoonPay.
• Pay for performance equity bonus for exceptional outcomes.
• Moonshot award – 10 employees twice a year receive a $250,000 equity grant.
• Unlimited holidays.
• Hybrid working schedule: work fully remotely or at the nearest Moonbase.
• Private health care benefits.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Annual training budget.
• Home office setup allowance.
• Remote working allowance for fully remote employees.
• Monthly budget to spend on MoonPay products and zero‑fee crypto transactions.
• Employee referral programme – referrals receive $10K in USDC.
• Regular remote company off‑sites.
• Work in a disruptive and fast‑growing company where excellence is rewarded.

Commitment To Diversity

At MoonPay we believe that every voice matters. We strive to create a mindful and respectful environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work, and experience a culture that is free of harassment, racism, and discrimination. We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, and leave of absence.

MoonPay is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please inform our Talent Team if you need any assistance completing any forms or otherwise participating in the application process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.