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Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2011

₿ Crypto

💸 Finance

💳 Fintech

Crypto • Finance • Fintech

Kraken Digital Asset Exchange is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates the buying and selling of over 200 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many others. Founded in 2011, Kraken provides a comprehensive suite of features for both beginner and advanced traders, such as advanced trading interfaces and margin trading. The platform emphasizes industry-leading security, deep liquidity, and 24/7 customer support, making it a trusted choice for users worldwide. Kraken caters to individual investors as well as institutional clients, offering services like OTC trading and custody. The company is committed to transparency with its proof of reserves and mission-driven values. Kraken operates globally, supporting clients in over 190 countries, with a quarterly trading volume exceeding $207 billion. However, users are advised of the high risk of crypto investments and the lack of regulation in some jurisdictions.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance monitoring and testing programme to assess the institution's adherence to internal policies and external regulations • Conduct regular reviews and assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance • Provide compliance advisory support and guidance to the Regional Operations Business Leadership team on new and existing regulations and rules, best practices and compliance with internal procedures and directives • Develop, implement and operationalise policies and procedures required to be compliant with all applicable regulations, including AML/CFT • Oversee the implementation of new regulatory requirements as they arise and assisting with horizon scanning (in close cooperation with colleagues from the Strategy and Regulatory teams) • Work closely with the COO and the CEO Initiatives to ensure close alignment and operational compliance efficiencies for regional group entities are implemented • Support the Kraken Product Team for any new product roll out in the region • Develop and deliver compliance training programs specific to Existing Irish/EU and future regulatory requirements, ensuring employees are knowledgeable and aware of their obligations • Oversight of regulatory reporting requirements • Ensure marketing material adheres to local requirements • Foster a culture of compliance awareness and accountability through regular communication and training initiatives

🎯 Requirements

• Experience in crypto, fintech, or another regulated, fast-paced industry with a high volume of transactions • Strong second-line Compliance experience in a previous senior position at a regulated MiFiD investment firm, MTF, bank, crypto exchange or payments firm • Knowledge of AMLDs, CJA, EMR and PSD2 • Experience in relation to VASP registrations • Experience managing complex, global compliance projects • Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze risk and apply sound judgment in a timely manner • Practical knowledge of compliance risk management techniques • Proactive, strategic, comfortable with navigating ambiguity, bias for action • Strategic financial crimes and markets compliance experience • Execution mindset

🏖️ Benefits

• Health insurance • Retirement plans • Flexible work arrangements • Professional development