AML & Compliance Director - Digital Assets

2 months ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Alexander Barnes Full time

Alexander Barnes has partnered with an established digital asset firm that offers a regulated platform to provide tailored investment solutions to global clients and organisations.


We are looking to hire a Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for their UK operations to support their growth.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT) policies and procedures to align with UK regulations and global best practices.
  • Regularly assess and enhance the effectiveness of the AML/CFT compliance program, promptly addressing any deficiencies.
  • Stay updated on changes in regulatory requirements, evolving money laundering techniques, and terrorist financing strategies to ensure the firm’s policies are up-to-date.
  • Oversee the review of customer transactions to identify and report suspicious activities, and refine monitoring systems for timely responses.
  • Improve and uphold risk-based procedures for customer verification and risk assessment, including detailed investigations for high-risk clients and transactions.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, manage the submission of required reports (such as suspicious activity reports), and ensure thorough record-keeping.
  • Create and implement training programs to educate employees on AML/CFT policies and procedures, promoting a culture of compliance throughout the organisation.


Preferable Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business administration, or a related field; advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS, CFE) are advantageous.

Experience:

  • At least 7 years of experience in compliance roles with a focus on AML/CFT in the financial services sector, ideally with exposure to digital assets.

Regulatory Expertise:

  • Comprehensive understanding of UK AML/CFT regulations and international standards, such as those from the FCA, ECB, and Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Skills:

  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate risks and detect potential financial crime issues.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams, regulators, and law enforcement agencies.

Proven Success:

  • Demonstrated success in developing and managing effective compliance programs in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.



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