We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Cryptocurrency Compliance Officer to join the compliance team at a prestigious private bank. The ideal candidate will assist in ensuring that cryptocurrency-related activities comply with applicable regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-evolving area of finance, supporting the bank’s growing cryptocurrency and digital assets division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor cryptocurrency transactions: Review and monitor cryptocurrency transactions to detect potential illegal activities such as money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes.
• Regulatory compliance: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of compliance frameworks related to cryptocurrencies, ensuring the bank complies with all relevant laws and regulations (AML, KYC, FATF, etc.).
• Risk assessment: Conduct cryptocurrency risk assessments and contribute to the development of risk management policies.
• Support investigations: Assist in internal investigations related to suspicious cryptocurrency activities and prepare reports for senior management and regulators.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams: Work closely with the legal, risk, and operations teams to ensure a unified approach to compliance in the cryptocurrency space.
• Reporting: Prepare and maintain compliance reports, logs, and documentation, ensuring they are up-to-date and accurate.
• Policy development: Assist in the development and update of internal compliance policies specific to cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
• Training and awareness: Help organize and deliver internal training programs to increase awareness of cryptocurrency compliance requirements among employees.
• Stay informed: Keep up-to-date with new and emerging regulatory developments related to cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and digital assets.

Required skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in compliance, financial crime, or a related area, preferably with some exposure to cryptocurrencies or blockchain technology.
• Knowledge of regulations: Basic understanding of regulatory frameworks related to AML, KYC, and cryptocurrency regulations (e.g., FATF guidelines, MiCA).
• Technical skills: Familiarity with cryptocurrency platforms, blockchain analysis tools, and relevant financial compliance systems is a plus.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory requirements in a clear and concise manner.
• Attention to detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in work processes and documentation.
• Problem-solving: Ability to think critically and proactively identify potential compliance issues.
• Team player: Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or a relevant cryptocurrency compliance certification.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency exchanges, wallets, and DeFi (Decentralized Finance) platforms.
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus.