Implement and oversee compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, especially related to the European Union, the European Banking Authority (EBA), and the Lithuanian supervisory authorities.
Compliance Oversight: Overseeing the company’s compliance with MiCA, including understanding and interpreting relevant rules and guidelines for CASPs.
Monitor regulatory change and provide concise impact assessments to key stakeholders on regulatory development that may impact Lithuanian and global (EU) business.
Review and ensure that all compliance policies, procedures, and controls are aligned with the latest regulatory and industry standards to protect the organization.
Provide leadership and oversight on compliance-related projects, including the integration of compliance suites.
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies, handling all reporting, notifications, and official communications, and regarding AML/CTF matters.
Work closely with the management team members to influence broader business strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues from the business as well as internal Risk Management and Compliance teams to identify current and emerging risks, advising on steps required to mitigate these risks.
Participate in new product and service development to assess AML/CTF implications
Work closely with with the global Compliance Function in areas including onboarding, PEP and Sanction Screening, as well as transaction monitoring and SAR filing
Conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential AML/CTF risks, including evaluating customer profiles, transaction patterns, and the types of services offered.
Ensuring staff members are trained and aware of their AML/CTF obligations, including regular updates on new regulations and trends in AML and CTF, maintaining accurate records of AML/CTF checks, training, and reporting for audit and regulatory purposes.
Prepare and present MLRO reports on compliance risk management activities for senior management and the Board of Directors.
Maintain active dialogue with the crypto industry’s compliance community to inform best practices
Manage other responsibilities assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field
At least 7 years of experience in AML/CTF and compliance
At least 3 years of experience in people and team management
At least 2 years of experience working in the FinTech, Crypto or payment services industry.
Experience building European compliance programs from the ground up
Experience managing and scaling a team
Extensive experience working with and presenting to regulators, auditors and bank partners
In-depth understanding of EU AML/CTF regulations
Interest and experience in cryptocurrency and virtual asset regulation
Experience working with high-risk client groups
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, organizational and time management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Professional certification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) preferred
COMPENSATION & PERKS
The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field
Bonus scheme based on both company and individual performance
The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry.
Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it.
Apple equipment provided by the company
Hybrid role from our office in the heart of Vilnius
