We are currently partnering with a leading international financial institution to identify a Senior Anti-Financial Crime Compliance Expert to strengthen its Group Compliance function.
This position offers the opportunity to operate at the intersection of financial crime compliance, emerging technologies, and digital asset regulation, contributing to the development of innovative compliance frameworks in a highly dynamic and forward-thinking environment.
Working within a collaborative yet autonomous team structure, you will play a key role in shaping regulatory standards related to cryptocurrencies, distributed-ledger technologies (DLT), and evolving European regulatory frameworks.
Conduct reviews of transactions and counterparties from an AML, sanctions, and regulatory compliance perspective, ensuring audit-proof documentation
Develop, implement, and continuously enhance internal policies, procedures, monitoring, and screening frameworks aligned with MiCAR and other regulatory requirements, including crypto-assets and tokenised structures
Identify, assess, and monitor regulatory risks within digital asset and crypto-related business activities
Provide operational regulatory and compliance advisory to internal stakeholders, particularly Product and Technology teams
Review and assess alerts arising from sanctions screening and transaction monitoring processes in accordance with internal control standards
Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a comparable field
Sound understanding of regulatory frameworks such as MiCAR and emerging digital-asset regulations is advantageous
Experience with distributed-ledger technologies (DLT), digital payment models, or crypto-related environments within banking, financial services, consulting, or fintech
Strong technical affinity and system understanding combined with analytical thinking
Independent, structured, and precise working style with a proactive mindset
Strong communication skills with fluency in German and English
Flexible working arrangements within a modern compliance environment
Diverse and intellectually challenging responsibilities with significant scope for ownership
Structured onboarding and continuous professional development programmes
Attractive benefits package including mobility support, pension contributions, wellbeing initiatives, and additional employee benefits
Collaborative culture within a dynamic, innovation-driven organisation
