EDD Team Lead – EMEA Full Time (Remote)

As one of the largest and most trusted digital asset platforms globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide – our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales towards mass crypto adoption. But we’re only just getting started. We want to be pioneers in crypto and add value to the everyday lives of billions. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines. Join us to bring crypto to the world.

About the Role

Kraken is growing at a rapid pace during an incredibly exciting time in the crypto industry. We are looking for an experienced compliance professional in the EMEA timezones to join Kraken’s expert Global Compliance Team as an Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) Team Lead.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where they are committed to the values of teamwork, integrity, and innovation. They will have a strong background in international compliance standards including Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements, customer onboarding, and customer risk assessments. The candidate should also possess a strong understanding of AML risk and possess excellent communication skills (oral and written) to communicate with a variety of teams within Kraken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical regulatory guidance on complex Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Customer Risk Rating subjects for Kraken.
• Provide subject matter expertise on EDD and customer risk, supporting the EDD Manager to ensure that Kraken meets both regulatory and internal EDD requirements.
• Oversee and supervise a sub-team of motivative compliance professionals who review, triage, and conduct EDD reviews on high-risk customers identified through negative news and PEP screening.
• Partner with stakeholders within the Compliance Team and other lines of business to facilitate feedback on efforts related to process improvement, program enhancements, and customer due diligence processes and controls within Kraken.
• Assist the EDD Manager in maintaining the Kraken’s risk methodology and related EDD Governance.
• Assist with performing personnel actions including performance appraisals, coaching feedback and mentoring associates, and interviewing candidates for employment.
• Responsible for the overall direction, motivation, coordination and evaluation of functionalities within the EDD team.

Requirements

• Based in EMEA timezones
• Four-year degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years’ experience in a compliance role at a financial institution or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a Supervisory/ Team Lead role
• Knowledge of international KYC requirements
• Extensive knowledge of AML high risk entity types and required documentation
• Familiar with international sanctions and/or various government watchlists
• CAMS certification preferred
• The ability to act independently to analyze a customer’s risk; capably and effectively research compliance regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical/problem solving, verbal, and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to balance competing priorities on a daily basis, take ownership of work product, and consistently deliver results
• Adaptability to global business needs, and ability to work in a rapidly changing regulatory environment

We’re powered by people from around the world with their own unique and diverse experiences. We value all Krakenites and their talents, contributions, and perspectives, regardless of their background.

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