Remote Head of Crypto Compliance & Regulation

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Compliance and Regulation. This remote role involves developing and executing a compliance strategy while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Candidates should have 6–10 years of experience in compliance, especially in finance or crypto sectors, and a solid understanding of regulatory engagement and compliance operations. The position also includes responsibilities as the Data Protection Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer for regulated entities.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years compliance experience in finance, fintech, payments, or crypto.
• Minimum 1–2 years crypto compliance experience.
• UK-based and acceptable to FCA for MLRO nomination.

Responsibilities

• Understand rules and regulations governing each market.
• Manage regulator interaction including license applications.
• Assist in implementation of policies for operational and compliance risks.

Skills

Compliance experience in finance, fintech, payments, or crypto

Crypto compliance experience

Regulatory engagement experience

Experience with compliance operations (KYC, AML, transaction monitoring)

Cross-functional collaboration across global jurisdictions

Education

Professional certificate (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional)

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Compliance and Regulation. This remote role involves developing and executing a compliance strategy while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Candidates should have 6–10 years of experience in compliance, especially in finance or crypto sectors, and a solid understanding of regulatory engagement and compliance operations. The position also includes responsibilities as the Data Protection Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer for regulated entities.