Head of Compliance

Kate Worthington; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC seeks a Head of Compliance to lead the local compliance function, ensuring adherence to US regulations while aligning with global standards. This role collaborates with the global compliance team to implement group-wide policies and manage regulatory relationships.

The position requires building robust AML/CFT, KYC, and CDD programs, overseeing licensing, reporting, and inspections, and guiding risk-based decisions with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in compliance, preferably within crypto/fintech or financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of local financial regulations and global crypto compliance trends.
• Experience coordinating between local and global teams in a multinational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance and licensing efforts for the local market.
• Act as liaison with local regulators and manage inspections and inquiries.
• Implement and maintain AML/CFT, KYC, and customer due diligence policies.
• Oversee transaction monitoring, SARs, and sanctions screening.
• Align local policies with global standards and risk frameworks.
• Prepare regulatory reports and present updates to leadership.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

AML/KYC

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Crypto Regulations

Blockchain Analytics

Regulatory Reporting

Job description

Position: Head of Compliance

About the Opportunity:

The Head of Compliance will lead the local compliance function, ensuring adherence to local regulations while aligning with global compliance standards. This role involves close collaboration with the global compliance team to implement group-wide policies, manage regulatory relationships, and oversee day-to-day compliance operations.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
• Ensure full compliance with local regulatory requirements, including licensing conditions, reporting obligations, and ongoing regulatory filings.
• Act as the primary liaison with local regulators (e.g., [Local Financial Authority], Central Bank) and manage inspections, audits, and inquiries.
• Work with the global compliance team to align local policies with international standards (e.g., FATF, global AML frameworks).
• Implement and maintain robust AML/CFT, KYC, and customer due diligence (CDD) policies in line with both local and global requirements.
• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SAR), and sanctions screening, ensuring consistency with global compliance systems.
• Ensure compliance with cross-border regulations such as the FATF Travel Rule, coordinating with global teams for seamless implementation.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies, incorporating global risk frameworks where applicable.
• Establish and enforce internal compliance controls, ensuring alignment with group-wide policies.
• Lead investigations into compliance breaches, reporting findings to both local management and global compliance leadership.
• Prepare and submit local regulatory reports (e.g., financial crime reports, capital adequacy) while ensuring global compliance teams are informed.
• Present compliance updates to local and global leadership, including the Board, senior management, and global compliance committees.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and Operations teams across local and global functions to ensure regulatory alignment.

Requirement

• 7+ years in compliance, preferably within a crypto exchange, fintech, or traditional financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of local financial regulations (e.g., [Local AML Laws], Payment Services Act) and global crypto compliance trends.
• Experience working in a multinational organization, coordinating between local and global teams.
• Deep understanding of crypto regulations, blockchain analytics, and financial crime risks.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Haves

• Multi-lingual
• Knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency protocols
• Strong understanding of emerging compliance and regulatory trends in the global crypto ecosystem
• Willingness to travel internationally to engage with regulatory bodies and industry groups