Compliance Officer

• Oversee the company’s compliance with Ghana VASP regulations, including understanding and interpreting relevant laws, rules and guidelines
• Prepare and present reports on compliance risk management activities for senior management and the Board of Directors
• Ensure compliance with all local AML/CFT and KYC laws
• Design, implement and maintain Ghana AML/CFT policies and procedures
• Provide AML/CFT compliance advice to management and the Board of Directors
• Participate in the development of new products and services to assess AML/CFT implications
• Work closely with the global compliance function in areas including onboarding, PEP and Sanctions screening, as well as transaction monitoring and SAR filing
• Conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential AML/CFT risks, including evaluating customer profiles, transaction patterns and the types of services offered
• Overseeing systems for monitoring transactions for suspicious activities
• Ensuring staff members are trained and aware of their AML/CFT obligations, including regular updates on new regulations and AML/CFT trends
• Maintaining accurate records of AML/CFT checks, training, and reporting for audit and regulatory purposes
• Acting as the main point of contact with regulatory bodies, auditors, and law enforcement agencies regarding AML/CFT matters
• Regularly reviewing and updating AML/CFT processes to ensure effectiveness and compliance with changing regulations and best practices in the cryptocurrency and virtual asset industry
• Maintain active dialogue with the virtual asset industry’s compliance community to inform best practices
• Conduct investigations as needed in collaboration with senior management
• Manage other responsibilities assigned by the General Manager, Africa, and Global Chief Compliance Officer

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in AML/CFT and compliance
• At least 2 years of working in the Fintech, virtual assets, or payments services industry
• Experience building a Ghanaian compliance program
• Proven experience in compliance, risk management, or a related role
• Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations in Ghana
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and ethical standards

Professional certification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS)

• Competitive full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company
• The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry
• Performance-based bonuses
• Apple equipment provided by the company
• Work from Anywhere Policy: You can work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 20 days per year