Trust & Compliance Officer

MLabs; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A blockchain technology firm is seeking a Trust & Compliance Officer to oversee security frameworks and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The role involves managing compliance programs, leading audits, and acting as the main interface with regulators. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in compliance or information security, along with a strong grounding in relevant frameworks and regulations. This is a remote-first position, preferably suited for candidates based in the European Union. Competitive salary and stock options are offered.

Benefits

Equity options

Comprehensive healthcare

Pension plan

Equipment provided

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in compliance, information security, and/or risk in the finance sector.
• Hands-on experience with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST.
• Strong understanding of global regulatory regimes.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance programs across multiple security frameworks.
• Monitor global regulatory requirements to ensure adherence.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and certifications.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Integrate compliance into product architecture and operations.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and regulators.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance program management

Audit leadership

Regulatory understanding

Technical documentation

Soft skills

Education

7+ years of experience in compliance or information security

Tools

SOC 2

ISO 27001

NIST

Job description

Trust & Compliance Officer - Blockchain Wallet Infrastructure

Location: Remote - Must be in the European Union (remote-first, office optional). France/Paris or as close as possible is always preferred.

Compensation: $95K - $165K

Join a stellar team of leaders and experts in blockchain technology, cryptography, infrastructure, and security to build the backbone of blockchain wallet infrastructure for the next financial era. We are hiring a Trust & Compliance Officer to manage our security frameworks and global regulatory requirements, ensuring we meet the highest standards of trust, resilience, and compliance across various financial and digital asset regulations worldwide.

Reporting to the CISO, this role demands both precision and adaptability. You will be the central figure for all trust, security, and compliance matters, designing and enforcing compliance programs, leading audits, and acting as the main point of contact for clients and regulators. You will also integrate compliance requirements into product architecture and support clients in meeting their own regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Program Management: Manage compliance programs across multiple security frameworks (NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 22310, CCSS Level 3, etc.)
• Regulatory Readiness: Monitor global regulatory requirements (DORA, FISMA, MiCA, BVLA, etc.) and ensure the organization is ready for adherence
• Audit & Certification: Coordinate internal and external audits, certifications, and assessments
• Policy Development: Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation required to meet compliance obligations
• Product Integration: Partner closely with the product team to integrate compliance into architecture, operations, and feature development
• Stakeholder Contact: Serve as the main point of contact for clients, regulators, and auditors on all compliance matters
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and recommend tangible improvements to our security and trust posture
• Training: Deliver internal training and promote a culture of security and compliance across the organization

Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in compliance, information security, and/or risk in the finance sector
• Framework Expertise: Hands‑on experience with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST
• Global Regulation: Strong understanding of global regulatory regimes, including digital asset frameworks like MiCA and GENIUS
• Audit Leadership: Proven success leading audits, managing certifications, and confidently interacting with regulators
• Technical Familiarity: Familiarity with PKI, cloud infrastructure, and secure software development practices
• Soft Skills: Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical and regulatory requirements into clear business actions

Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑Haves)

• Certifications: Holds industry certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or ISO Lead Auditor

Benefits

• Title: Trust & Compliance Officer
• Salary: €80,000-€140,000 per year (full‑time)
• Equity: 50-150 stock options vested over 4 years
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive healthcare and a pension plan
• Location: European Union (remote‑first, office optional)
• Equipment: MacBook Pro and essential equipment provided
• Impact: Critical role building resilience and trust for foundational blockchain infrastructure

Commitment to Equality and Accessibility

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