Chief Compliance and Risk Officer - Crypto Digital Asset Management

Austin Werner; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading institutional digital asset manager is seeking a Chief Compliance and Risk Officer to join its senior leadership team. The role can be based in London or Abu Dhabi and involves global responsibility for compliance, AML, and risk oversight. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in regulatory frameworks and the digital asset space, acting as a strategic partner to the Board while ensuring adherence to compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions. This opportunity calls for a senior leader with a background in risk management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in compliance and risk management within the digital asset space.
• Track record of operating in multiple regulated jurisdictions.
• Experience working with senior leadership and boards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to the Board regarding compliance and risk.
• Ensure adherence to the highest regulatory standards.
• Oversee risk management across global operations.

Skills

Compliance expertise

Risk management

Financial regulations knowledge

Ability to work with C-suite

Job description

Job Description

Chief Compliance and Risk Officer - Crypto & Digital Asset Management (AM) – London or Abu Dhabi

this role can be based in London, UK or Abu Dhabi

A leading institutional digital asset manager operating at the forefront of the UK and global cryptocurrency markets is seeking an accomplished Chief Compliance and Risk Officer to join its senior leadership team.

Our client specialises in market making, crypto algorithmic trading, custody, and institutional asset management, delivering institutional-grade solutions across multiple regulated jurisdictions. With a strong focus on innovation, governance, and regulatory excellence, the organisation is scaling rapidly within a complex and evolving regulatory landscape. With licences with the BMA and FRSA of the ADGM there are plans for continual growth across international markets.

The Opportunity

This is a C-suite level role with global responsibility for compliance, AML, and risk oversight across multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will act as a strategic partner to the Board and executive management, ensuring the firm operates to the highest regulatory, ethical, and risk management standards.

The role is ideal for a senior leader with extensive experience in compliance, risk management, and global regulatory oversight within the digital asset and crypto space.