Head of Compliance, Americas at FalconX

New City, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 10+ years of Compliance regulatory leadership experience in the financial services space (FinTech, Crypto or banking sector)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration, or a related field, or Juris Doctor Preferred
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with compliance regulations including but not limited to AML/CFT, PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and FinCEN advisory guidelines regarding KYC/CDD practice
  • Proven background in building crypto compliance programs, processes and controls
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • Previous experience working with derivative products and associated regulatory regimes is nice-to-have
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the AML/CFT and Sanctions program of FalconX’s entities in the Americas region
  • Serve as FalconX’s board appointed BSA Officer for U.S. based entities holding money transmitter licenses and other affiliates as may be necessitated
  • Work cross-functionally to obtain and maintain registrations and licenses in the U.S., manage regulatory relationships and examinations
  • Evaluate existing and new products and services for Compliance risk and ensure implementation of sufficient controls prior to launch
  • Design, implement and oversee AML/CFT internal controls to ensure compliance with crypto-specific regulations, including but not limited to customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, trade surveillance, sanctions compliance, law enforcement inquiries, and training
  • Oversee the SAR filing obligations and process
  • Ensure that applicable regulatory compliance regulations and best practices are implemented for the Americas region
  • Monitor evolving global regulations for cryptocurrencies and decentralised financial products (e.g., DeFi, NFTs, stablecoins)
  • Provide advisory support to business teams regarding regulatory requirements and risks related to product development and customer onboarding/retention
  • Ensure timely Compliance reporting of key risk and performance indicators to senior management, committees and Boards
  • Update and ensure adherence to compliance training program
  • Manage ad-hoc projects as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AMLCFTEconomic SanctionsBSA OfficerRegulatory ComplianceTransaction MonitoringTrade SurveillanceSAR FilingCustomer OnboardingCrypto RegulationsRisk AssessmentRegulatory Relationships

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Head of Compliance, Americas role?

The ideal candidate should have at least 10+ years of Compliance regulatory leadership experience in the financial services space, such as FinTech, Crypto, or banking sector.

What education is preferred for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration, or a related field is required, with a Juris Doctor preferred.

Is this role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Head of Compliance role?

Candidates with 10+ years of compliance leadership in FinTech, crypto, or banking, a relevant degree or JD, and extensive knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, and crypto regulations will stand out.

FalconX

Institutional crypto trading platform for financial institutions

About FalconX

FalconX is an institutional crypto trading platform that simplifies the trading of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum for financial institutions. It provides clear price discovery and efficient trade execution, allowing clients to trade without concerns about hidden fees. The platform is trusted by major financial institutions and offers tailored services such as trade execution, credit, and treasury management. FalconX aims to deliver a reliable and comprehensive trading experience for institutional investors in the digital asset market.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$415.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition in crypto derivatives could pressure FalconX's profit margins.
Regulatory scrutiny may impact the adoption of FalconX's auto-liquidation service in APAC.
Expansion into FX market may lead to integration challenges and operational risks.

Differentiation

FalconX eliminates slippage and hidden fees using advanced data science techniques.
The platform is trusted by major financial institutions for its reliability and effectiveness.
FalconX offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for institutional clients.

Upsides

Acquisition of Arbelos Markets strengthens FalconX's position in the crypto derivatives market.
Launch of auto-liquidation service enhances capital efficiency for APAC crypto miners.
New FX desk in London expands FalconX's service offerings into traditional markets.

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