Chief Compliance Officer – Digital Assets

Position Overview

Global Investment Manage hiring for a UK Chief Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for the growing institutional Digital Asset business.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance and oversee related services.
• Manage compliance matters and programs, including digital assets.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures.
• Train staff on regulatory standards.
• Maintain relationships with regulators.
• Assess and report compliance breaches.
• Coordinate regulatory inquiries and examinations.
• Handle regulatory reporting and filings.
• Collaborate with Legal and external counsel.
• Communicate with relevant functional areas.
• Enhance operational efficiencies with the technology team.
• Implement AML/CTF/Sanctions Compliance Program.
• Maintain AML risk assessment framework.
• Conduct assurance testing on AML/CTF controls.
• Support the KYC program.
• Implement compliance changes with third-party providers.
• Submit suspicious transaction reports timely.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and influence skills.
• Collaborative and proficient in regulatory guidance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience in asset management or securities, with expertise in digital assets and compliance.
• Knowledge of digital asset regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of AML/CTF/Sanctions frameworks and KYC requirements.

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