Crypto - Head of Compliance & AML (m / f / d) - Page Executive

Page Executive; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial services firm in Frankfurt is seeking a Compliance & AML Director to provide strategic leadership in compliance management. The role offers a flexible work model, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a university degree, extensive experience in compliance, and strong analytical and communication skills. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-growing environment.

Leistungen

Attractive compensation package (base + bonus)

Flexible work model: 3 days in office, remaining remote

30 days of vacation annually

Company pension plan

Fitness club membership

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in compliance and anti-money laundering.
• In-depth knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in the financial services industry, preferably in crypto.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Compliance & AML department.
• Develop and implement compliance management systems.
• Monitor regulatory developments and internal policies.

Kenntnisse

Compliance management

Anti-money laundering knowledge

Risk awareness

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills (German and English)

Ausbildung

University degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Compliance and AML-related software tools

Jobbeschreibung

Page Executive

Our client is an innovative Crypto company, which is at an exciting stage of growth and development and based in Frankfurt.

Responsibilities

• Strategic and operational leadership of the Compliance & AML department, reporting directly to senior management
• Further development of an effective and practical compliance management system
• Monitoring of regulatory developments and maintenance of a company-specific legal and regulatory "map"
• Drafting and implementation of internal policies and procedures to mitigate compliance and AML risks
• Enhancement of the internal control system and execution of regular second‑line control activities according to a defined control plan
• Delivery of internal training sessions on compliance and AML topics
• Analysis and monitoring of suspicious business relationships and transactions
• Responsibility for conducting and updating the money laundering risk analysis and implementing corresponding preventive measures
• Compliance support in the development of new products and in significant changes to operational processes and structures
• Coordination with internal control functions and cross‑departmental stakeholders
• Regular reporting to senior management and the supervisory board
• Communication and collaboration with supervisory authorities, law enforcement agencies, the FIU, and external auditors
• Investigation of suspicious cases

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent qualification
• Several years of professional experience in compliance and anti‑money laundering (MLRO background)
• In‑depth knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GwG, KWG, WpIG, MiCAR, MaRisk)
• Experience in the financial services industry is a must, ideally with exposure to the crypto sector
• Proficiency in using compliance‑ and AML‑related software tools
• Managerial experience (e.g., managing a team of 2-4 people) combined with a hands‑on mentality
• Strong risk awareness paired with business acumen – compliant but pragmatic, no overengineering
• Strong conceptual skills, including defining requirements and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers
• Technical and digital affinity, particularly in monitoring and analytics
• Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of integrity and responsibility
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in German and English
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑changing environment and a strong commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package (base + bonus)
• Flexible work model: 3 days / week in Frankfurt office, remaining days remote if wanted
• 30 days of vacation annually
• Further benefits, such as company pension plan and fitness club membership
• Flat hierarchies and real ownership to make an impact