Your mission
Who are we:
We are Coinmerce, a European cryptocurrency platform with Dutch roots. Our mission is to make crypto simple, secure and accessible to everyone, both individuals and professionals. Coinmerce is registered as a crypto broker with De Nederlandsche Bank and serves customers in more than 10 European countries. In the near future, we will develop new financial products and launch our platform in even more countries. Coinmerce stands for transparency, which is reflected in our office in Schiphol-Rijk. We are working on the future and do this together with our talented and motivated team.
Your profile
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an experienced Compliance Operations Lead to join our compliance team. The Compliance Operations Lead will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day compliance operations, managing compliance processes and procedures, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the compliance team, including transaction monitoring, customer due diligence (CDD), and sanctions screening processes;
Enhance and/or develop compliance policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices;
Conduct regular reviews and audits of compliance processes and controls to identify areas for improvement and enhance efficiency and effectiveness;
Monitor and analyze regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business operations, recommending and implementing necessary changes to maintain compliance;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, risk management, and product development, to implement compliance solutions and address regulatory issues;
Provide guidance and training to compliance team members on compliance processes, regulations, and best practices, fostering a culture of compliance and excellence;
Prepare and submit regulatory reports, filings, and disclosures as required by applicable laws and regulations.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in finance, law, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CAMS) preferred;
Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance operations, preferably in the financial services or cryptocurrency industry;
Proven track record of enhancing efficiency of compliance processes;
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to AML/KYC, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting;
Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team of compliance professionals;
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess regulatory issues and develop practical solutions;
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders;
Fluency in English and Dutch; proficiency in other languages is a plus;
Experience with compliance technology solutions and data analytics tools preferred.
