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

• Opportunity to enter the rising Crypto industry
• Join a company at a pivotal time of change and growth

About Our Client

Our client is an innovative Crypto company, which is at an exciting stage of growth and development and based in Frankfurt.

Job Description

• Strategic and operational leadership of the Compliance & AML department, reporting directly to senior management
• Further development of an effective and practical compliance management system
• Monitoring of regulatory developments and maintenance of a company-specific legal and regulatory "map"
• Drafting and implementation of internal policies and procedures to mitigate compliance and AML risks
• Enhancement of the internal control system and execution of regular second-line control activities according to a defined control plan
• Delivery of internal training sessions on compliance and AML topics
• Analysis and monitoring of suspicious business relationships and transactions
• Responsibility for conducting and updating the money laundering risk analysis and implementing corresponding preventive measures
• Compliance support in the development of new products and in significant changes to operational processes and structures
• Coordination with internal control functions and cross-departmental stakeholders
• Regular reporting to senior management and the supervisory board
• Communication and collaboration with supervisory authorities, law enforcement agencies, the FIU, and external auditors
• Investigation of suspicious cases

The Successful Applicant

• University degree or equivalent qualification
• Several years of professional experience in compliance and anti-money laundering (MLRO background)
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GwG, KWG, WpIG, MiCAR, MaRisk)
• Experience in the financial services industry is a must, ideally with exposure to the crypto sector
• Proficiency in using compliance- and AML-related software tools
• Managerial experience (e.g., managing a team of 2-4 people) combined with a hands-on mentality
• Strong risk awareness paired with business acumen - compliant but pragmatic, no overengineering
• Strong conceptual skills, including defining requirements and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers
• Technical and digital affinity, particularly in monitoring and analytics
• Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of integrity and responsibility
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in German and English
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-changing environment and a strong commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

What\'s on Offer

• Attractive compensation package (base + bonus)
• Flexible work model: 3 days/week in Frankfurt office, remaining days remote if wanted
• 30 days of vacation annually
• Further benefits, such as company pension plan and fitness club membership
• Flat hierarchies and real ownership to make an impact

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