As an AML Compliance Officer, you are responsible for designing and implementing an effective AML/CTF Compliance Program in connection with the Company's cryptocurrency businesses.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and implement a tailored and effective Crypto AML Program in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, aligning with best industry practices and standards.
- Monitor developments, emerging trends, and best practices related to AML/CTF and cryptocurrencies at local, EU, and international levels.
- Identify ML/TF risks associated with cryptocurrency operations and propose solutions to mitigate these risks.
- Create, draft, review, and update internal AML/CTF policies, procedures, and processes.
- Lead the development and integration of software, tools, and risk management systems, including blockchain analytics and AML/CTF compliance platforms for cryptocurrency operations.
- Participate in and assist with regulatory inquiries, internal and external audits.
- Provide advice and support to other departments dealing with AML/CTF-related matters.
- Train staff on AML/CTF-related topics to enhance compliance awareness.
- Perform daily compliance operations, including customer due diligence and transaction monitoring.
- Identify and investigate suspicious transactions.
- Respond to any ad-hoc external and internal requests.
- Report internally and externally on ML/TF matters.
Skills and Experience Required:
- A strong background in AML compliance with several years of experience in the cryptocurrency industry.
- Leadership and management experience, including coaching, performance assessments, and annual reviews.A deep understanding of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, including knowledge of various cryptocurrency types (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).Familiarity with cryptocurrency operations.
- Experience in developing and implementing a comprehensive AML Program tailored to the cryptocurrency industry, ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations.
- Experience in a managerial or supervisory role, successfully leading and developing teams.
- Experience in developing AML training programs for staff and improving overall compliance awareness within the organization.
- Experience in managing projects and collaborating with both technical and non-technical teams.
- Experience in working with regulatory authorities, managing regulatory relationships, and ensuring compliance with cryptocurrency-specific regulations.
- Practical experience in investigating and reporting suspicious activities, including collaboration with law enforcement agencies when necessary.
- Familiarity with international AML Crypto regulations and the ability to navigate and ensure compliance with global AML standards.
- Relevant certificate, such as AML Compliance Officer issued by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission.
- University degree in Economics, Law, Business, or other related disciplines.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
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