Anti-Financial Crime Specialist

Job title:

Anti-Financial Crime Specialist

Company

Bitpanda

Job description

Who we areWe simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom – for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want – with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 4 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!Your Mission:Join Bitpanda as an Anti-Financial Crime Compliance Specialist and be part of our innovative team breaking down barriers to personal finance ensuring a secure and trustworthy financial ecosystem. Your role will be pivotal in supporting the governance of our AFC Compliance program and for the development of trustworthy business relationships with other financial institutions, fintechs, and crypto asset providers, while making a meaningful impact in preventing financial crime.What you’ll do:

• Policy Development and Group Standards: Collaborate with Anti-Money Laundering Officers (AMLOs) and other relevant stakeholders of Bitpanda to develop comprehensive group-wide policies and establish the foundational pillars for a global AFC (Anti-Financial Crime) governance program. Ensure these policies and standards are consistently applied across all Bitpanda entities and are fully compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Support Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive due diligence on business partners under limited guidance to ensure compliance with Bitpanda’s commitment to prevent money laundering, sanctions circumvention, terrorism financing, bribery and corruption, tax evasion, and fraud.
• Provide support for external requests for information: Ensure timely and accurate responses to maintain compliance and foster transparent relationships with business partners, auditors, and regulators regarding AFC topics.
• Monitoring Relationships: Oversee and monitor existing business relationships from an AFC perspective, ensuring ongoing compliance and risk mitigation.
• Research and Implementation: Stay updated on the latest regulatory developments and industry best practices related to financial crime prevention and crypto assets.

Who you are:

• Educational Background: You possess a degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with a strong preference for candidates with a robust legal background. Your academic journey equips you to understand and navigate complex regulatory environments seamlessly.
• Relevant Experience: You bring previous experience from compliance departments within banks, financial institutions, or fintechs. This background is essential in understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in the financial sector, contributing to Bitpanda’s mission of offering secure and innovative financial products to its users.
• Language Proficiency: You have an excellent command of written and oral English and German, with exceptional communication and presentation skills. Your ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely aligns with Bitpanda’s mission to make finance accessible to everyone.
• Policy Expertise: Your ability to review new regulations, draft, and review policies ensures compliance with current laws and governance standards. You can “read” and interpret legal texts, integrating them into governance documents to support Bitpanda’s commitment to regulatory excellence and innovation in financial services.
• Analytical and Research Skills: You possess strong analytical and research skills with excellent attention to detail. Your ability to delve into law, regulations, and guidance from national competent authorities is crucial for Bitpanda’s decision-making process.

What’s in it for you

• Hybrid-working model with a 50/50 split between in-office and home, plus 60 Work From Anywhere days annually
• Total compensation package including participation in our Bitpanda stock option plan
• Competitive benefits programs and policies shaped by our flexibility-first philosophy
• Exclusive premiums when trading on Bitpanda
• Company-wide and team events – both in-person and virtually!
• Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand

And, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Expected salary

Location

Österreich

Job date

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:24:46 GMT

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