Head of Compliance

About the role

This role involves establishing the company's compliance vision and developing a multi-year strategy. The Head of Compliance will be responsible for defining the regulatory stance in the US and internationally, guiding compliance efforts across all core products and protocols. A key aspect of the position is owning the enterprise compliance risk framework.

The individual will oversee critical compliance functions, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), and OFAC sanctions screening. This also extends to managing transaction monitoring activities. The role requires leadership in the entire compliance policy lifecycle, from creation to implementation, and the development of targeted training programs for staff.

Success in this position means effectively navigating the complex regulatory landscape of digital assets, ensuring Blockdaemon maintains robust compliance programs, and proactively addressing risks. This involves not only setting strategic direction but also executing operational oversight to protect the company and its offerings. The role demands advising executives and engaging with regulators directly.

The base salary for this role is between $160,000 and $240,000 USD per year, supplemented by equity compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Skills that matter here

• blockchain: This role requires familiarity with blockchain technology to understand the underlying systems for compliance oversight.
• on-chain transaction monitoring: The Head of Compliance will oversee the monitoring of transactions on blockchain networks to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Chainalysis: Experience with Chainalysis is relevant for conducting investigations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations in the crypto space.
• TRM Labs: Familiarity with TRM Labs will be used for risk management and compliance solutions related to digital assets.

Who this role suits

• A candidate with over a decade of compliance experience, specifically in digital assets, fintech, or broader financial services.
• Someone who possesses deep knowledge of the US digital asset regulatory environment and has led regulatory examinations or licensing processes.
• An individual with a proven history of establishing and scaling compliance programs from the ground up.
• A professional who can confidently advise senior executives and effectively interact with regulatory bodies.

From the employer

• Lead the company's compliance vision and multi-year roadmap.
• Shape the company's regulatory positioning in the US and globally.
• Lead compliance strategy across core products and protocols.
• Own the enterprise compliance risk framework.
• Oversee AML/BSA, KYC/KYB, OFAC sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring.
• Own the compliance policy lifecycle and oversee a targeted training programme.

• 10+ years of compliance experience in digital assets, fintech, or financial services.
• Deep knowledge of the US digital asset regulatory landscape.
• Experience leading regulatory examinations and licensing processes.
• Proven track record of building compliance programmes.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and on-chain transaction monitoring tools.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to advise executives and engage regulators.

• Base salary range of $160,000 - $240,000 USD annually.
• Equity compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Competitive health cover, 401k, flexible paid time off.
• Remote position open to candidates in the US, preference for East Coast.