Key Responsibilities
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Stay updated with HKs regulatory environment and global compliance requirements for digital assets and Web3 businesses.
- Ensure the company adheres to AML/CFT, KYC, and licensing requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges and Web3 services.
- Liaise with regulators and industry associations to maintain compliance best practices.
- Risk Management & Governance:
- Develop and implement risk assessment frameworks for digital asset transactions and Web3 applications.
- Identify compliance risks associated with DeFi, NFTs, stablecoins, and smart contracts, and propose mitigation strategies.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and internal reviews.
- Transaction Monitoring & Investigations:
- Oversee AML transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting related to cryptocurrency transactions.
- Work with blockchain analytics tools to detect illicit activities such as fraud, money laundering, and market manipulation.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on compliance-related investigations.
- Policy Development & Training:
- Establish internal policies, procedures, and controls for Web3 and exchange-related compliance.
- Train internal teams on regulatory changes, risk awareness, and best compliance practices.
- Cross-border Compliance & Licensing:
- Assist in securing and maintaining digital asset-related licenses across multiple jurisdictions.
- Provide compliance guidance for cross-border payments, virtual asset service provider (VASP) regulations, and Web3 business models.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- 8 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory roles within crypto exchanges, fintech, digital assets, or Web3 sectors.
- Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations, FATF guidelines for digital currencies.
- Experience with blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic) is a plus.
- Knowledge of smart contracts, DeFi protocols, and Web3 governance models is preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage with regulators, law enforcement, and industry partners.
- Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), ICA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Stay updated with EU/HK regulatory environment (e.g.,MiCa, HKSFC etc) and global compliance requirements for digital assets and Web3 businesses.