Compliance Monitoring and Testing Officer Full Time

Bitstamp, the world’s longest running crypto exchange is looking for a Compliance Monitoring and Testing Officer for a 12-month contract to join a dynamic team that sets standards in the industry. This is an opportunity to join a growing international company with a leading position in one of the most promising sectors of finance.

Bitstamp offers professional development opportunities, a competitive compensation & benefits program, and a flexible work environment that values fresh perspective and new ideas.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Compliance Monitoring and Testing. The role is based in Luxembourg, but the remit of the role covers Europe.

What you will do:

• Ensure that effective and adequate policies, processes, and procedures are in place to meet Company’s Compliance, Risk, Internal Control and Control Objectives
• Work closely with the Head of Compliance Monitoring and Testing in the execution of the Compliance Testing & Monitoring compliance program
• Define, implement, and update an exhaustive Compliance Testing and Monitoring Plan
• Perform the testing defined in the Compliance Testing Plan, addressing potential findings to related stakeholders and ensuring adequate follow-up
• Ensure that methodologies adopted both for the business risk assessment and customer risk assessments are up to date, relevant and aligned to the overall risk appetite of the business,
• Actively engage with Bitstamp’s governing bodies, officers, and staff, sharing best practices, and clarifying potential compliance concerns

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in financial services compliance or audit roles
• Degree in Law, Finance or Business, or recognized compliance qualification.
• Fluent in English
• Experience and operational knowledge of the relevant AML/CFT and prudential regulations, circulars, and secondary guidance
• Effective communication with stakeholders at all levels inside and outside the business
• Knowledge of the cryptocurrency industry is a plus but not mandatory

Benefits

• Work from home or other location that allows you to be most productive.
• Generous home-office allowance upon joining to help set up your home space.
• Incentives: Financial Rewards such Employee Annual Awards, Employee Incentive program…
• Opportunity to build knowledge and experience in the exciting crypto space.
• Sports and cultural activities, pet-friendly offices, a full fridge, teambuilding events…