Head of Crypto Compliance & MLRO

Head of Crypto Compliance & MLRO

Ebury London, Madrid or Dubai Office - Hybrid: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home per week

Ebury is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Head of Crypto Compliance & MLRO to lead the development, implementation, and management of a robust compliance framework for our new stablecoin programme. This is a critical role as Ebury builds out our internal capabilities and pursues VASP licenses globally. 

The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in crypto compliance and possess the technical acumen to work closely with product and engineering teams. This position is essential for ensuring that Ebury can expand its stablecoin programme into new and existing high-growth markets and use cases while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory integrity and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy and Framework Development

Lead the design and execution of Ebury's stablecoin compliance framework, including:

• Developing internal policies and procedures for the handling of stablecoins, covering aspects such as AML/CTF, on-chain transaction monitoring, screening of wallet addresses, and "Know Your Wallet" (KYW) due diligence.
• Ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements, including those derived  from the EU’s MiCA, UAE’s DFSA, and other relevant jurisdictions.
• Adapting existing risk management and compliance manuals to the new use cases and business risks.

Internal Infrastructure Build-Out

Collaborate closely with the Product, Tech, and Operations teams to spearhead the build and integration of the compliance infrastructure, including:

• Selecting, integrating, and configuring specialized compliance tools, such as on-chain analytics platforms like Elliptic or Chainalysis for transaction monitoring and wallet screening.
• Defining and automating procedures for wallet address screening, risk scoring, and transaction analysis, including checks for sanctions and PEPs.
• Implementing solutions for the Travel Rule in jurisdictions where it is required, possibly integrating with providers such as Notabene.
• Developing a clear plan for the segregation and reconciliation of client crypto assets, in line with regulatory requirements.
• Establishing secure key management and custody solutions, working alongside security and engineering teams.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and materials for team members on the use of implemented on-chain analytics platforms and how to analyse alerts generated.

Ongoing Compliance (2nd Line of Defense)

Once the program is live, you will perform 2nd line activities in collaboration with the wider Compliance team, including:

• Effectively conduct and update a company wide risk assessment in relation to Ebury’s stablecoin adoption.
• Overseeing day-to-day compliance operations, such as reviewing and signing off on escalated alerts from the first-line teams related to stablecoin transactions and reporting suspicious activity to the relevant FIUs, when applicable.
• Supervising the ongoing relationship with our third-party compliance providers to ensure their compliance procedures and controls remain robust and aligned with Ebury’s standards.
• Ensure effectiveness of Ebury’s stablecoin compliance programme including monitoring the controls around Know Your Wallet, transaction monitoring and wallet screening.
• Responding to and managing regulatory inquiries and internal/external audits related to the stablecoin programme.
• Contribute to Ebury’s ongoing AML training programme ensuring Ebury’s personnel is equipped to detect and report suspicious activity related to stablecoin transactions.
• When Ebury plans to partner with or serve crypto-native firms, reviewing and ensuring their compliance procedures and risk monitoring are sufficient and in line with Ebury's standards.

Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key liaison with regulatory authorities during the VASP licensing application process.
• Engage with Ebury's banking partners to secure approval for new use cases.
• Advise senior management on the compliance risks of new stablecoin use cases, such as serving crypto-native fintechs or SMEs in the Global South.
• Provide expert guidance to product teams, sales, and operations on all stablecoin-related compliance matters.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a financial crime compliance role within the fintech or financial services industry, with a focus on digital assets.
• Deep expertise in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, including a strong understanding of international frameworks like MiCA, as well as UK and UAE DFSA regulations.
• Hands-on experience with on-chain analytics and transaction monitoring tools, such as Chainalysis, Elliptic, or TRM Labs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement compliance policies and procedures from the ground up.
• Familiarity with the technical aspects of stablecoin operations, including blockchain protocols, wallet management, and key security.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable processes for technical and business teams.
• Experience with due diligence processes for both individuals (KYC) and businesses (KYB), including enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients.
• A relevant professional qualification, such as Certified Cryptoasset AFC Specialist Certification (CCAS), is a plus.

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About Us

Ebury is a FinTech success story, positioned among the fastest-growing international companies in its sector.

Founded in 2009, we are headquartered in London and have more than 1700 staff with a presence in more than 29 markets worldwide. Cultural diversity is part of what makes Ebury a special place to be. From Sao Paulo to Dubai, Vancouver to Auckland, we enjoy sharing team experiences and celebrating success across the Ebury family.

Hard work pays off: in 2019, Ebury received a £350 million investment from Banco Santander and has won internationally recognised awards including Financial Times: 1000 Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies.

None of this would have been possible without our proudest achievement: our great people. Enthusiastic, innovative and collaborative teams, always ready to disrupt and revolutionise the fast-paced FinTech sector. 

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