Job description
Building the Future of Crypto
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
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The team
We are seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Associate to join our growing team at a CySEC-regulated investment firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the company’s ongoing compliance with CySEC regulatory framework and EU regulations/directives and ESMA guidelines (e.g., MiFID II & AML requirements) and internal policies. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable compliance professional to contribute to the firm’s regulatory strategy, risk management, and overall governance framework.
The opportunity
Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with CySEC regulatory requirements, MiFID II, AML directives, and other applicable EU regulations (e.g. IFR, DORA etc).
Assist in the development, implementation, and review of compliance policies, procedures, and manuals.
Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
Support the preparation and timely submission of regulatory reports, notifications, and filings to CySEC and other authorities.
Advise management and business units on compliance-related matters and regulatory changes.
Liaise with CySEC and external auditors on compliance issues and inspections.
Perform ongoing monitoring of client transactions, KYC/AML reviews, and reporting of suspicious activities (SARs).
Provide compliance training and guidance to staff across all departments.
Contribute to the firm’s compliance monitoring program and assist in regulatory gap analyses.
Maintain a deep understanding of complex compliance risks/issues, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop effective process improvement strategies to streamline the operations teams’ processes.
Review Marketing Communication and advise on alignment of content with MiFID II marketing guidelines.
Stay abreast on industry standards and CySEC/EU regulatory developments and consider application of regulatory requirements with a global focus, if necessary.
Be able to deputise for the company’s Head of Compliance and the AMLCO in their absence.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the direct manager and/or senior management.
Skills you should HODL
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 3-4 years of experience in a compliance role within an EU MiFID II investment firm, CySEC, or an EU MiFID II regulated firm.
Hold CySEC AML and Advanced certificates.
Strong understanding and extensive knowledge of CySEC/EU regulatory frameworks and compliance best practices. In-depth knowledge of CySEC regulations, MiFID II, AML directives, and other EU financial legislation.
Prior experience with submitting reports to CySEC TRS and Portal.
Excellent English and Greek written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail, strong communication skills and ability to work independently and under pressure.
Nice to haves
- Master’s degree or professional certification.
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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don’t fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you’re passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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