Director, Compliance (Digital Assets Business)

Director, Compliance (Digital Assets Business) 

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Compliance (Digital Assets Business) to join our Risk & Compliance team. This role is located in New York City. 

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead on Digital Assets Compliance as the BCO coverage for the business in the US and the America
• Representing Digital Assets Compliance at internal Governance Committees 
• Representing Digital Assets Compliance on Regulatory Change Projects, and providing expert SME into internal program and product developments
• Developing the compliance presence and culture within the Digital Assets Business as a whole
• Developing and implementing internal Compliance policies and processes to confirm ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements as required. 
• Facilitating the provision of general advice on regulatory and compliance issues arising and the application of the rules to situations and business developments 
• Liaison with senior Compliance and Risk leadership across the US 
• Participation in the development and implementation of both Compliance and business strategy 
• Contributing to the development of projects and programs to improve compliance and enhance the control environment 
• Lead and collaborate with internal teams to provide compliance guidance on new product developments and business initiatives. 
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and industry associations to ensure proactive compliance practices.
• As part of the Digital Assets Compliance team, lead on initiatives to spread the awareness of Digital Assets products, services and Compliance processes working in partnership with Compliance stakeholders.
• Provide training and education to employees on regulatory requirements and compliance best practices regionally.
• Responding to regulatory enquiries for Compliance, as directed by the Global Head of Digital Assets Compliance and maintaining the required Compliance documentation.
• Contributes to the establishment of key risks indicators (KRIs) and tracking and reporting methodologies as part of a standard system of measurement and reporting for Digital Assets Compliance
• Review and challenge RCSA controls for Compliance, providing guidance in implementing Compliance controls for the Digital Assets Business
• Review, analyze platform related processes and provide Compliance challenge where applicable on Digital Assets Platform Releases

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Law, Business or a related field (advanced degree or certification is a plus) 
• 12+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory Affairs, preferably within digital assets, fintech, or financial services. 
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of Blockchain technology, crypto assets and trading services 
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

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