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
At Kraken Digital Asset Exchange, our Compliance team plays a key role in accelerating the global adoption of crypto. We ensure our platform and products are built on a robust, forward-thinking compliance framework that gives clients the confidence and peace of mind to engage with crypto safely and securely.
We are looking for a new Senior Compliance Associate to join our Compliance team remotely in Ireland. As our new team member specialising in the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), you will take on a key role within our Europe-focused Compliance team. Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the company’s regulatory strategy in the EU, ensuring alignment with MiCA obligations and broader regulatory developments across the region.
We are searching for someone who is curious, thorough, and confident in taking ownership of a diverse range of tasks, from policy development to regulatory engagement and beyond. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, this is a unique opportunity for someone with strong regulatory knowledge who is ready to make a real impact in the crypto space from the driver’s seat.
The opportunity
Provide expert guidance on MiCA compliance, supporting the team in interpreting regulatory obligations and aligning internal practices accordingly.
Refine and operationalise compliance policies and procedures to meet MiCA and broader EU regulatory requirements.
Monitor and interpret upcoming regulatory developments across the EU, contributing to the enterprise’s regulatory horizon scanning efforts.
Develop and deliver targeted compliance training to staff, ensuring they understand and meet their regulatory obligations.
Support internal reporting by preparing clear, reliable management information for senior business leaders.
Assist in the development and review of compliance-related policies and procedures.
Support the management of regulatory inquiries and exams, including document and data retrieval.
Act as a trusted partner to Product, Design, Engineering, and Go-To-Market teams, helping them structure and launch products and services with the appropriate controls.
Skills you should HODL
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial services compliance, ideally with exposure to crypto-assets, fintech, or digital financial services.
Solid comprehension of the EU regulatory landscape, with knowledge of MICA/EMI/MiFID or CBI. Ideally, you have worked hands-on filling for a MiCA licence.
Proven cross-functional communication skills, with experience working alongside internal teams and external business partners, including regulators and law enforcement agencies.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-border team.
High professional integrity, sound judgment, and a proactive, hands-on mindset.
Legal or regulatory qualifications (e.g., LLM, CAMS, ICA) are a plus.
Experience working with or within a National Competent Authority is advantageous.
You believe wholeheartedly in the cypherpunk, libertarian values outlined in Kraken’s Tentaclements.
Fluent in English and based in Ireland.
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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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