kraken.com - MLRO, UK
Requirements
• Significant experience in AML/CTF and financial crime compliance within a regulated financial services firm • Deep understanding of the UK Money Laundering Regulations, Proceeds of Crime Act, UK sanctions regime (OFSI), and relevant industry guidance (e.g. JMLSG) • Proven track record of operating or overseeing transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and customer due diligence systems • Skilled in translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable policy and operational controls • Confident communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders and represent the firm in external engagements • Proactive, detail-oriented, and resilient — with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage competing priorities • Significant experience in AML/CTF and financial crime compliance within a regulated cryptoasset, e-money, or payments firm • Unless a specific application deadline is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. • 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. • Payward is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions, and unique perspectives that everyone brings to the table. We hire based on merit, seeking out people with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills 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 knowledgeable about crypto. • We may ask candidates to complete job-related skills or work-style assessments as part of our hiring process. These assessments evaluate competencies relevant to the role and are applied consistently across candidates for similar positions. Results are considered alongside experience and interviews, and are not the sole basis for any employment decision.
Responsibilities
• Prepare regular reporting and MI for senior management, risk committees, and the board • Lead delivery of UK MLRO team monthly review of UK corporate clients • Produce an annual MLRO report to the Board of Directors that assesses the overall AML/CTF framework and highlights emerging risks and improvements planned • Review monthly compliance and AML MI in order to identify trends, issues and ensure appropriate mitigation / escalation to the Board where appropriate • Attend relevant Committee meetings and Board meetings, support Executive decision making, escalate AML program related issues • Lead on strategic AML framework initiatives/implementations (e.g. Travel Rule) • Horizon scanning - monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely updates to internal policies and procedures • Liaise with law enforcement and regulatory authorities as required: • Regular engagement with FCA supervisory team • Support LEAs with setting up accounts
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