The posting
A cryptocurrency exchange and registered Virtual Asset Service Provider based in Luxembourg with offices and operations in Asia, Europe and the US is hiring a Senior Compliance Officer to work closely with the EU Head of Compliance and the Group Risk and Compliance teams. This is a second line of defence role, and you will get the opportunity to collaborate on peculiar projects and product launches in the fast-evolving crypto landscape and support the Head of Compliance to ensure the company is able to demonstrate adequate and effective financial crime and consumer protection oversight mechanisms are in place. You will also support the Head of Compliance in performing compliance testing and monitoring to assess that controls in place are in line with applicable laws and regulations. This is a unique opportunity to work for a leading player at the cutting edge of a fast-growing industry. You will be an instrumental part of this growth story. MISSIONS Support the EU Head of Compliance in developing, maintaining, and updating policies and procedures in line with best practices and Luxembourg/EU regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to evolving financial crime and consumer protection standards. Proactively identify, escalate and report compliance-related findings in a timely and structured manner, ensuring full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Escalate and report findings where necessary and in a timely manner, complying with all applicable legal requirements. Conduct periodic Compliance monitoring and testing to assess the effectiveness and operational execution of policies, procedures and controls across relevant departments. Assist the EU Head of Compliance in the preparation, validation and submission of periodic compliance reports to senior management, the Board of Directors, and regulatory authorities. Support the Head of Compliance in managing audit and regulatory engagements including but not limited to regulatory inspections, external audits and internal reviews. Support the regulatory watch and regulatory impact assessment process. Assist in developing and delivering compliance training programs for employees across compliance themes applicable to the company EU wide. Serve as the primary point of contact for all compliance matters, providing expert guidance and advisory support. Be the point of contact on all associated aspects of Financial Crime Compliance and provide guidance where necessary. Collaborate with Customer Operations and the company's Global Compliance team to conduct investigations on alerts related to unusual customer behaviour and high-risk transactions. Ensure timely escalation to the Head of Compliance. Work closely with the Head of Compliance to design, refine and implement behavioural and transaction pattern monitoring rules ensuring effectiveness in detecting and mitigating financial crime risks. Oversee the calibration and optimization of the sanctions screening tools, ensuring accurate and efficient detection of high-risk alerts while minimizing false positives. Play an instrumental role in enhancing and optimizing the Compliance Program in the company, strengthening the control environment to address the challenges of a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Requirements Education Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Audit Economics, International Banking & Finance, Law, or Risk Management. Relevant professional certifications (ACAMS, ACFCS, ICA) are a plus. Experience Required Minimum 5 years of experience in a Compliance advisory or Compliance Assurance role within the second line of defence of a regulated financial institution - preferably in banking, electronic money institution (EMI), Payment Institution (PI) or Fintech within Luxembourg or the broader European Economic Area (EEA). Strong expertise in financial crime prevention, AML/CFT frameworks, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance and regulatory reporting. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with regional and global legal, risk and operations teams to ensure a holistic approach to compliance governance. Strong knowledge of the EU and Luxembourg regulatory landscape specifically on financial crime, conduct and consumer protection. Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, review policies and implement effective controls. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in writing compliance reports and policy documents or risk assessments. Nice to have Ideally you have experience working at a Big 4 Consultancy, crypto experience is a bonus but not a necessity Prior experience or knowledge of EU DORA, Outsourcing and MiCAR. Prior experience in running a compliance monitoring plan within the second line of defence (or an equivalent role within the third line of defence). Experience with Blockchain analytics systems and tools. Prior experience engaging with Luxembourg authorities. Prior knowledge in trade surveillance rules and systems. Languages Required: English, business proficiency. Any European languages, French being a distinct benefit. Administrative requirements Clean criminal record Right to work in Luxembourg. Benefits Contract : Permanent role (On-site) in Luxembourg Salary: €80,000–120,000 . Benefits: healthcare and life insurance, retirement plan, sponsored transportation, gym, lunch card, home office equipment, and other perks. Recruitment process : Hiring Manager interview. CEO Interview. Final interview with Management
