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BitPay

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2011

₿ Crypto

💳 Fintech

🛍️ eCommerce

Crypto • Fintech • eCommerce

BitPay is a cryptocurrency payment service provider that allows individuals and businesses to buy, store, swap, and spend cryptocurrency through a secure app. Users can convert Bitcoin into dollars using the BitPay crypto debit card, pay bills with cryptocurrencies, and manage multiple wallets while ensuring high-security standards. The platform offers an easy-to-use interface for making transactions, earning cash back, and accessing cryptocurrency education resources.

📋 Description

• Financial Crimes Compliance Operations • Maintain in-depth knowledge of U.S., Canada, and EU AML and sanctions laws and regulations. • Draft and maintain FCC programs and standard operating procedures with input from key stakeholders, promoting cross-functional alignment. • Lead daily operations related to FCC including oversight of systems, KPIs, monitoring SLAs, and reviewing/approval of escalations. • Responsible for quality control over FCC operations including, but not limited to SAR filings, watchlist screening, KYC reviews, and EDD reviews. • Lead testing and tuning of compliance systems and controls. • Assist with model validations in line with NYDFS 504 requirements. • Prepare and assist management with applicable reporting. • Communicate FCC requirements with cross functional stakeholders to ensure compliance, fostering collaborative relationships. • Assist with the AML and Sanctions risk assessments. • Develop and deliver training across the company to ensure adequate knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices. • Support regulations examinations, audits, and requests for information including coordination of responses and remediation efforts.

🎯 Requirements

• At least 5 years of financial crimes compliance operations experience, including KYC, sanctions, and AML investigations • Demonstrated leadership experience in financial crimes compliance operations, including oversight of operational workflows, compliance program initiatives, stakeholder management, and process improvement efforts. • Direct experience with NYDFS Part 504 requirements preferred • Experience supporting regulatory examinations, external audits and remediation efforts. • Hands-on experience with leading third party compliance tools (e.g. Blockchain monitoring tools, AML case management software) • Strong communication skills across various levels of an organization. • High level of integrity and professional judgment in handling compliance matters. • Strong problem solving skills with a proven ability to handle complex compliance issues. • Accountability and initiative in a fast-paced environment. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. • Team-oriented with a focus on supporting collective success. • Crypto industry experience is required. • Proficiency with Google Suite products. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. • Compliance certification(s) such as CAMs, CGSS, or CFE required.

🏖️ Benefits

• Collaborate with a team of intelligent, enthusiastic individuals. • Thrive in a rapidly expanding crypto company with global reach, where your contributions make a tangible impact. • Work remote with a generous vacation policy, including the opportunity to take a sabbatical and select your own holidays. • Access to continuous learning and development opportunities, supported by professional development reimbursement. • Competitive salary package with comprehensive benefits, including fully covered medical and dental plans. • We also offer telemedicine, life insurance, disability insurance, vision coverage, 401k, travel assistance, and more. • Option to receive payment in cryptocurrency, along with a crypto match program. • Stock option awards available to all employees. • Home office allowance, reimbursement for internet/cell expenses, complimentary Amazon Prime and Spotify subscriptions.