Compliance, AML and Risk Officer

Establish and administer the Compliance Management System, including compliance, AML/CFT and risk policies, procedures, controls and monitoring arrangements.

Monitor compliance with VARA, AML/CFT, consumer-protection and other applicable requirements, identifying emerging risks, weaknesses and material breaches and ensuring appropriate corrective action.

Conduct AML/CFT and broader business risk assessments, strengthen controls in response to identified risks, and oversee the Company’s overall risk exposure.

Monitor and report suspicious transactions in accordance with applicable requirements, including relevant anonymity-enhanced transactions and clients where required.

Prepare consolidated reports for the Board covering compliance activities, audits, AML/CFT effectiveness, risk exposures, material findings, non-compliance and remediation progress.

Maintain accurate records and ensure reports and supporting documentation are available to VARA and other relevant authorities when requested.

Support the development and maintenance of business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.

Train and advise the Board, senior management and employees on compliance, AML/CFT and risk-management obligations.

Collaborate with Legal, Licensing, Operations, Technology and other stakeholders to embed effective controls across the business.

Degree in Law, Business, Finance, Economics or a related field.

At least 5 years of relevant compliance experience, including handling AML/CFT matters.

Proven experience in financial services or online trading industry.

Experience with VARA or a comparable regulatory regime is strongly preferred.

Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance principles.

Relevant professional qualifications in compliance, AML or risk management; CAMS or equivalent is an advantage.

Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

Comfortable building processes and controls in a new and rapidly developing business

Ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Integrity of character and high levels of confidentiality.

Excellent written and verbal English.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

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