Law Enforcement Production Associate

about 3 years old

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About Kraken

As one of the largest and most trusted digital asset platforms globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales towards mass crypto adoption. But we’re only just getting started. We want to be pioneers in crypto and add value to the everyday lives of billions. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines. Join us to bring crypto to the world.

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About the Role

This position is within the Compliance Department and is responsible for producing internal records to satisfy formal subpoena requests served to Kraken by government agencies.

This role helps Kraken stay compliant with law enforcement and regulatory requests globally. This is a fully remote position for candidates within the United States.

Responsibilities

Review subpoenas and other legal document requests and thoroughly evaluate and assess the documentation to verify legitimacy.

Determine the scope of documents requested of the company; coordinate and negotiate with serving attorneys or agencies to clarify documentation scope and required due date

Thoroughly research all available internal systems to identify and obtain all relevant documents requested in subpoenas while adhering to all relevant global laws and regulations such as the right to Financial Privacy and General Data Protection Regulation

Maintain meticulous records and manage the subpoena tracking system responsible for maintaining clear and accurate documentation of all actions and communication with agencies who furnished the subpoenas

Conduct following-up communication as needed to keep the serving agencies and internal departments informed of progress

Participate in departmental projects related to subpoenas and miscellaneous paper processing and complete other related assignments such as maintaining procedures and completing management information reporting as assigned

Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls. Identify risk and escalate accordingly

Work with Compliance management, Legal, Corporate Security and other Kraken personnel to respond to questions and resolve issues related to subpoenas and other requests for records

Escalate related complex issues to management for action, while maintaining confidentiality of the issue

Collaborate with the team to drive improvements to internal policies and processes that relate to legal document requests

Requirements

2+ years preferred experience at a crypto exchange, financial services company, or paralegal work

Detail-oriented, highly organized, and have the ability to communicate with tact and professionalism

Ability to deal with tight deadlines and prioritize multiple (often changing) tasks

Ability to take ownership of work product and consistently deliver results

Ability to work in a rapidly changing regulatory environment

Willing and able to maturely work with sensitive issues and demonstrated ability to handle confidential information

Proven ability utilizing multiple systems concurrently to gather and analyze data

Understanding of the US and/or European court systems

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the ability to create a pivot, run a macro, and use shortcuts and Control keys; proficiency with Word and Outlook

Proficiency with macOS and G-Suites including the skills necessary to work within Google Drive, Google Docs and Google Sheets.

Location Tagging: #US

We’re powered by people from around the world with their own unique and diverse experiences. We value all Krakenites and their talents, contributions, and perspectives, regardless of their background. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

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