Chief Compliance Officer
We are currently supporting a leading crypto company in the search for a Chief Compliance Officer. This is a senior leadership role within a fast-growing and dynamic organisation focused on building robust compliance frameworks and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape for digital assets.
The successful candidate will lead the compliance function and act as a strategic advisor to the business on a wide range of regulatory matters with the FCA & AMF, with a particular focus on global compliance strategy, regulatory engagement, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the compliance team, ensuring effective execution of regulatory requirements and initiatives
- Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls tailored to the crypto and digital assets industry
- Monitor global regulatory developments and ensure proactive compliance with applicable laws and standards
- Build and manage a regulatory compliance roadmap aligned with business growth and industry best practices
- Oversee external regulatory reporting obligations and manage relationships with regulatory bodies
- Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and Operations teams to align compliance strategies with business objectives
- Provide compliance guidance on new products, services, and initiatives within the crypto ecosystem
- Lead regulatory audits, examinations, and inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
- Foster a strong compliance culture through training programs, awareness initiatives, and best practices
- Prepare and present compliance updates to Boards and senior stakeholders
Candidate Profile
- 15+ years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management within financial services, fintech, or crypto industries
- Strong expertise in regulatory frameworks relevant to digital assets, crypto, and blockchain technologies
- Proven experience working with financial regulators globally, especially in EMEA, the UK, or France
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing compliance programs in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Deep understanding of the crypto and digital assets industry
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
- Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment
- Professional proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus
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