Senior Compliance Specialist

EMCD; Hong Kong; Remote; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote‑first company

Flexible working hours

20+ days vacation 12 bonus days

100% paid sick leave

English lessons

Professional growth support

Ownership in fintech & crypto projects

Corporate product discounts

Employment via Service Agreement

Job summary

EMCD, a leading crypto technology company with a global footprint, seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to bolster its international compliance function. The role covers product launches, partnerships and business operations across multiple jurisdictions.

You will lead AML/CFT programs, oversee KYB/KYB, sanctions screening and transaction monitoring, and work with internal teams and external advisers to ensure strong risk management. This position is remote‑first with global collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in Compliance, AML, Regulatory Compliance or Financial Crime.
• Experience in crypto, fintech, payments, e-money or a regulated financial environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks and KYC/KYB requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support operations in line with AML/CFT, Travel Rule and sanctions requirements.
• Develop and update compliance policies, risk assessments and controls.
• Conduct KYB and due diligence on partners and vendors.
• Manage onboarding with banks and crypto partners; prepare KYB documentation.
• Review new products and services for regulatory risks before launch.
• Assess regulatory risks for new jurisdictions and customer segments.
• Support EDD, transaction reviews and escalations for high‑risk cases.
• Collaborate with external advisers and prepare board memos.
• Monitor regulatory developments and translate changes into processes.

Skills

AML/KYC expertise

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

English communication

Independent decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Law

Tools

KYB systems

KYT / sanctions screening tools

Blockchain analytics tools

Job description

EMCD is a leading technology company in the crypto industry, best known as the largest mining pool in Eastern Europe. We are expanding globally and building a comprehensive ecosystem of crypto services, including payment infrastructure, custody, mining solutions and enterprise‑grade tools for businesses and institutions.

We are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer to strengthen our international compliance function and support operations, product launches and partnerships across multiple jurisdictions. This role is a strong fit for an experienced professional who combines hands-on compliance expertise with sound regulatory judgment and a practical, business‑oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Support company operations in line with AML/CFT, Travel Rule, sanctions, VASP requirements and applicable financial regulation.
• Develop and update compliance policies, procedures, risk assessments and internal controls covering KYC/KYB, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring/KYT, EDD, Travel Rule and third‑party risk.
• Conduct KYB and due diligence on partners, vendors and other counterparties, assessing corporate structures, UBOs, regulatory status, licences, AML, sanctions and reputational risks.
• Manage the company’s corporate onboarding with banks, payment institutions, crypto exchanges and other financial partners: prepare KYB documentation and questionnaires, communicate with compliance teams and resolve requests through to completion.
• Conduct compliance reviews of new products, services, payment channels, partnerships and crypto transaction flows before launch, identifying risks and defining appropriate controls.
• Assess regulatory risks associated with new jurisdictions, customer segments and operating models.
• Support EDD, transaction reviews and escalations involving high‑risk customers and transactions.
• Work with external advisers, auditors and banking and payment partners; prepare compliance reports, risk assessments and internal memos for senior management and the Board.
• Monitor regulatory developments in key jurisdictions and translate relevant changes into practical updates to company processes and controls.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in Compliance, AML, Regulatory Compliance or Financial Crime.
• Experience in crypto, fintech, payments, e‑money, brokerage, trading, banking or another regulated financial environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, the risk‑based approach, KYC/KYB, sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening, transaction monitoring and EDD.
• Practical experience conducting KYB and due diligence on partners, vendors and other counterparties.
• Experience developing and maintaining compliance policies, procedures, risk assessments and internal controls.
• Ability to independently assess new products, business models and transaction flows, identify compliance risks and recommend appropriate controls.
• Understanding of Travel Rule requirements and blockchain analytics/KYT controls.
• Ability to work independently across Compliance, Legal, Product, Operations, Finance and Management.
• Strong professional English at B2+ level or higher, including written communication, documentation and discussions with international partners.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and sound judgment, with the confidence to defend compliance decisions and propose practical risk mitigation measures.

Challenges

• Working across multiple jurisdictions with different regulatory frameworks in a rapidly evolving crypto/VASP environment.
• Supporting licensing initiatives and the launch of new legal entities, products and partnerships.
• Integrating compliance into product development and operational processes while balancing regulatory obligations with business priorities.
• Making timely, well‑reasoned decisions with incomplete information and providing clear, actionable guidance.
• Maintaining an independent compliance position under business or deadline pressure while helping teams find workable solutions.

What We Offer

• Remote‑first company — work from anywhere in the world.
• Fully flexible working hours.
• Extended time off: 20 paid vacation days + 12 bonus days per year.
• 100% paid sick leave.
• Paid English lessons (iTalki).
• Professional growth support (courses, certifications, training programs).
• Real impact and ownership in fintech & crypto projects.
• Corporate benefits: EMCD product discounts and mining infrastructure access.
• Employment via Service Agreement.