Deputy BSA & Sanctions Officer

Blockchain.com; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Meaningful equity

Daily free lunch

Apple equipment

Flexible work culture

Job summary

Blockchain.com is seeking a Deputy BSA & Sanctions Officer in Texas to enhance its BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program. This role involves supporting the BSA Officer in governance and regulatory engagement, managing risk assessments, transaction monitoring, and ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in compliance, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. The role offers a competitive salary, equity, and a flexible, people-first work culture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. BSA/AML regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently.
• Experience overseeing investigations and regulatory reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support BSA Officer in compliance program development.
• Oversee transaction monitoring and investigations.
• Manage annual BSA/AML risk assessment processes.
• Ensure filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Develop key risk indicators and management reporting.

Skills

Integrity

BSA/AML Compliance

Regulatory Engagement

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Job description

Blockchain is connecting the world to the future of finance. As the most trusted and fastest-growing global crypto company, it helps millions of people worldwide safely access cryptocurrency. Since its inception in 2011, Blockchain has earned the trust of over 90 million wallet holders and more than 40 million verified users, facilitating over $1 trillion in crypto transactions.

We’re looking for a highly experienced and proactive Deputy BSA & Sanctions Officer to support the design, execution, and ongoing enhancement of our global BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program. This role will serve as a key partner to the BSA Officer, with significant ownership over program governance, regulatory engagement, and cross-functional execution. The ideal candidate is self-sufficient, strategic, and able to quickly get up to speed in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support the BSA Officer in the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of a comprehensive BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program aligned with U.S. regulatory expectations and global best practices.
• Oversee and manage key components of the BSA/AML and Sanctions program, including transaction monitoring, investigations, data validation, reporting, and recordkeeping functions, ensuring operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and execute the annual BSA/AML and OFAC risk assessment process, including risk identification, control evaluation, and documentation of findings with clear recommendations.
• Own and maintain BSA/AML and Sanctions policies, procedures, and related documentation, ensuring they remain current, effective, and aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and business activities.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across the financial crimes compliance program and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes, including identification, review, and periodic reassessment of high-risk customers, ensuring appropriate documentation and ongoing monitoring.
• Ensure the timely and accurate filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with FinCEN and OFAC-related reporting obligations, including Voluntary Self-Disclosures (VSDs), as required.
• Provide oversight and guidance on complex investigations and case decisions, ensuring consistent application of risk-based judgment.
• Develop and deliver key risk indicators (KRIs), metrics, and management reporting to senior leadership, providing transparency into program performance and control effectiveness.
• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to embed financial crimes compliance requirements into business processes and product development.
• Lead preparation for and response to regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries, acting as a key point of contact for regulators.
• Own and manage the global policy and procedure governance framework, including coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely updates and consistency across jurisdictions.
• Drive issue management processes, including tracking, remediation, and reporting of audit findings, regulatory issues, and internal control gaps.
• Oversee and coordinate state licensing compliance efforts, including Money Transmitter License (MTL) reporting obligations.
• Respond to and support banking partner due diligence (DD) requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and comprehensive information is provided to maintain strong partner relationships.
• Support the BSA Officer in reviewing new products, features, and business initiatives to ensure appropriate BSA/AML and Sanctions controls are designed and implemented prior to launch.
• Lead and execute strategic initiatives and special projects related to financial crimes compliance, systems, and operational scalability.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Required

• Above all, integrity — the foundation for every role at Blockchain.com.
• 6+ years of experience in BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance, including program management and regulatory engagement.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. BSA/AML regulations, OFAC requirements, and financial crimes compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently, take ownership of complex initiatives, and drive programs forward with minimal oversight.
• Experience overseeing investigations, SAR filings, and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Strong understanding of risk assessments, control design, and program governance.
• Proven experience managing regulatory exams, audits, and remediation efforts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and make sound, defensible decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior management and regulators.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across business, product, and engineering teams.
• Highly organized with strong project management capabilities and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience in fintech, digital assets, or high-growth regulated environments.
• Prior experience as a BSA Officer, Deputy BSA Officer, or equivalent leadership role.
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening tools, and case management platforms.
• CAMS, CGSS, or other relevant financial crimes certifications.
• Experience managing global or multi-jurisdictional compliance programs.

COMPENSATION & PERKS

• Competitive salary and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company.
• Based in our Dallas office with four days per week in-person collaboration.
• Daily free lunch at the office.
• ClassPass to keep you moving and well.
• Apple equipment to do your best work.
• The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry.
• Flexible, modern, and people-first work culture.

Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, and apprenticeship. Blockchain makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

This role requires working from our Dallas office four days a week.