Financial Crime Compliance Manager and Cayman Islands MLRO | London, UK

Blockchain.com; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the digital assets space is seeking a Financial Crime Compliance Manager and Cayman Islands MLRO. This role involves developing AML/CTF policies, managing regulatory relationships, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance, excellent communication skills, and experience in the FinTech sector. This hybrid role offers flexibility with a mandatory in-office presence three days a week.

Benefits

Full-time salary based on experience

Meaningful equity

Work from Anywhere Policy

ClassPass

Budgets for learning & professional development

Unlimited vacation policy

Apple equipment

Flexible work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML/CTF and compliance.
• At least 2 years working in the FinTech or payment services industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain internal AML/CTF policies and procedures.
• Act as the main point of contact with regulatory bodies regarding AML/CTF matters.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential AML/CTF risks.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master's degree

Job description

Financial Crime Compliance Manager and Cayman Islands MLRO

Blockchain.com is the world's leading software platform for digital assets. Offering the largest production blockchain platform in the world, we share the passion to code, create, and ultimately build an open, accessible, and fair financial future, one piece of software at a time.

Role Overview: As a Financial Crime Compliance Manager and Cayman Islands MLRO, you will oversee key elements of Blockchain.com's compliance program. This includes risk assessment, policy development, regulatory analysis, and acting as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer for the Cayman Islands entity.

What You Will Do

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies and procedures.
• Serve as the primary contact with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority and other regulatory bodies, auditors, and law enforcement regarding AML/CTF matters.
• Review and update AML/CTF processes to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and industry best practices.
• Support reporting on compliance risk indicators and metrics for senior management.
• Collaborate with Legal, Product, and Business teams to support growth within the company's risk appetite.
• Conduct risk assessments related to AML/CTF risks for the Cayman Islands entity, including customer profiles and transaction patterns.
• Manage regulatory reporting requirements, such as SAR filings, to the Cayman Islands Financial Intelligence Unit.
• Oversee UK marketing material reviews to ensure FCA compliance.
• Maintain records of AML/CTF checks, training, and reports for audits and regulatory review.
• Participate in new product development to assess AML/CTF implications.
• Coordinate with the global Compliance team on onboarding, PEP and Sanction screening, transaction monitoring, and SAR filings.
• Contribute to global compliance projects related to e-money and cryptocurrencies.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or related field; Master's preferred.
• At least 5 years of AML/CTF compliance experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in the FinTech or payment services industry.
• Experience engaging with regulators, auditors, and banking partners.
• Deep understanding of AML/CTF and relevant local regulations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Interest and experience in cryptocurrencies and related regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary plus equity.
• Hybrid role based in London, with three days in-office per week.
• Work from Anywhere Policy (up to 20 days/year remote).
• Perks including ClassPass, learning budgets, unlimited vacation, Apple equipment.
• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding global tech company.

Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination of any kind. We welcome applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.