Senior Compliance Associate, Ireland

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About the role

Kraken is one of the world's largest, most successful bitcoin exchanges and we're growing faster than ever. Our range of successful products are playing an important role in the mainstream adoption of crypto assets. We attract people who constantly push themselves to think differently and chart exciting new paths in a rapidly growing industry.

We are looking for a Senior Compliance Associate to join our PIL (Payward Ireland Ltd.) Compliance team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Head of Compliance for Payward Ireland Ltd. in ensuring strict compliance with applicable EU and domestic regulatory requirements and Entity Compliance policies and procedures.

You should be able to demonstrate ability to thoughtfully analyze policy matters and complex and nuanced topics. The ideal candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and should be able to clearly clarify how relevant EU /Domestic Regulations together with the company compliance policies apply, while helping to drive compliant solutions.

This role is preferred based out of Dublin, but can be Remote for highly-qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Report to the Head of Compliance to implement Kraken’s compliance policies for Payward Ireland Ltd.

Assist the Head of Compliance in executing the Compliance Plan for the entity

Assist in monitoring and testing processes

Represent the company as a professional AML/CTF compliance expert with all parties, internal and external

Act as a subject matter expert (SME) and provide support for Client Engagement teams on Compliance related issues for the entity

Manage various inboxes and provide timely responses to all stakeholders

Ensure adequate and timely responses to all law enforcement inquiries

Ability to review, analyze, and document findings of transaction monitoring alerts

Consistently make appropriate decisions regarding potential OFAC matches with accurate documentation of analysis and escalation to appropriate parties when necessary

Perform due diligence/enhanced due diligence on customers, partners, vendors as required

Identify and develop workflow efficiencies

The right professional should have a good understanding of the following regulations/legislation/codes: European Union (Payment Services) Regulations 2018, (the PSR) The European Communities (Electronic Money) Regulations 2011 (as amended) (the EMR) - CJA (ML&TF) Act 2010 (as amended) and the Central Banks’ Consumer Code.

Keep abreast and up to date on the latest trends and typologies in respect of Financial Crime matters - AML/CFT/Sanctions.

Be familiar with the process of on-site and thematic inspections conducted by CA’s ( i.e. CBI)

Perform AML/CTF investigations as assigned

File Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) with FIU Ireland or equivalent authority as and when required

Requirements

Three-year university degree or Industry Qualifications.

5 plus years’ experience in a compliance role at a financial institution or equivalent

Knowledge of the EU/Domestic regulatory environment and specifically the Virtual Asset Activities Framework

CAMS certification preferred

Experience in the crypto asset space is preferred

Familiarity with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer best practices

Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written

Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills

Ability to take ownership of work product and consistently deliver results

Adaptability to global business needs

Ability to work in a rapidly changing regulatory environment

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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