AMLCO & Senior Compliance Associate

About the role

In this position, you will oversee all AML compliance deliverables for Coinbase's MiFID entity in Cyprus, including preparing reports and conducting risk assessments. You will also lead monitoring efforts and engage with regulatory bodies like CySEC and the FIU.

The role requires collaboration with first-line teams to ensure effective compliance and transaction monitoring processes. You will contribute to building and maintaining compliance policies aligned with EU regulations while supporting the Head of Compliance in governance and key projects.

The salary range for this role is between $98,000 and $162,000, with additional compensation options available.

Skills that matter here

• AML/CFT: This role involves managing AML compliance deliverables and risk assessments.
• MiFID: You will ensure compliance with MiFID regulations within the financial services framework.
• compliance: The position focuses on maintaining compliance policies and frameworks.
• financial crime: You will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on financial crime compliance.
• KYC: You will assess the effectiveness of KYC processes in onboarding.
• transaction monitoring: You will oversee transaction monitoring controls and reporting.

Who this role suits

• A candidate with 4-6 years of compliance experience in Cyprus-regulated financial services.
• Someone who has held senior-level compliance positions and possesses CySEC certifications.
• A professional who is comfortable engaging with regulatory authorities and drafting compliance policies.
• An individual who can work effectively in a remote-first environment but is open to periodic in-person meetings.

From the employer

• Own all AMLCO deliverables for the Cyprus MiFID entity, including the Annual AMLCO Report, AML Risk Assessment, and periodic financial crime compliance reporting to senior management and the Board.
• Lead second-line monitoring and testing across AML/CFT and broader conduct/compliance areas, documenting results, findings, and remediation actions for internal governance bodies.
• Drive regulatory engagement with CySEC, the FIU, and competent authorities, coordinating responses to information requests, inspections, and thematic reviews.
• Partner with first-line teams to assess the effectiveness of onboarding, KYC/EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and STR/SAR reporting controls, escalating gaps and driving remediation.
• Build and maintain local compliance and AML/CFT policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with EU/Cyprus requirements (MiFID II, AMLD, MiCA) and group-level standards.
• Support the Head of Compliance with day-to-day oversight, governance preparation, and key projects, serving as deputy during periods of absence.

• 4-6 years in compliance roles within Cyprus-regulated financial services, with direct AML/CFT and MiFID investment services exposure, including at least 2 years in senior-level positions.
• CySEC Advanced and CySEC AML certifications held.
• Demonstrated experience preparing AMLCO deliverables (Annual Reports, AML Risk Assessments) and executing second-line monitoring/testing programs.
• Proven track record engaging with CySEC, the FIU, or external auditors through inspections, thematic reviews, or regulatory reporting cycles.
• Hands-on experience drafting compliance policies and operating or overseeing AML/CFT frameworks within EU-regulated entities.
• Fluency in English required; Greek language proficiency is a strong plus.
• Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.

• Competitive salary range: $98K - $162K.
• Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility and benefits (including medical, dental, and vision).
• Remote work with in-office meetings on Wednesdays.