Bitstamp is looking for an experienced Head of AML Investigations reporting to the AML Compliance Manager within the Luxembourg based Compliance team
If you’re looking for a new challenge to learn and grow professionally, Bitstamp is the right place for you! Joining Bitstamp means being a leader of change and innovation
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the AML Investigations program including the filing of suspicious activity reports and the handling of law enforcement requests
You will ensure that it complies with regulatory requirements and industry standards; and will manage the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and controls that support the program’s effectiveness and ensure its alignment with the organization’s overall strategic goals
What we offer:
- Work from home or other location occasionally
- Generous home-office allowances upon joining to help set up your home space
- Incentives: Financial Rewards, Bitstamp Employee Annual Awards, Employee Incentive program (EIP)
- Sports and cultural allowances and activities, pet-friendly offices, a full fridge, teambuilding events and Bitstamp parties
What you will do:
- Develop, implement and maintain AML Investigations program policies, procedures, and controls that comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Ensure the program’s effectiveness by monitoring and assessing its performance against established benchmarks and recommending improvements
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, including Compliance Operations, Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance teams, to ensure that the program operates efficiently and effectively
- Analyze and interpret data and information related to the customers’ activity to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that may indicate potential AML/CFT risks
- Review and approve suspicious activity reports (SARs) prepared by the Compliance Operations analysts, ensuring that they meet regulatory requirements and the organization’s internal policies
- Keep up-to-date with regulatory developments and industry best practices related to the AML Investigations program and recommend changes to policies, procedures, and controls as necessary
- Oversee the Law Enforcement Request handling process performed by the Compliance Operations team
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field with a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in financial crimes investigations, AML/CFT compliance, or related fields
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Relevant professional certification such as CAMS is a plus
- Proficiency in written and spoken English (mandatory)
- Interest or experience of crypto industry and desire to work within a dynamic and constantly evolving environment
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