Job Description
ABOUT US
We’re like-minded, curious, excitable people here at Chiliz who work well in teams, spread across the globe. Chiliz is a global blockchain company, which powers Socios.com - the creators of Fan Tokens, and the popular fan rewards platform.
Socios has partnered with some of the world’s best teams, including Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, FC Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid, UFC, Galatasaray, Manchester City FC, and many more .
The curious nature of a Chilizen is what drives this company forward, and since we’re looking to grow even more, apply for your dream role today.
OUR BRANDS & CHANNELS
We are building the web3 infrastructure for sports & entertainment!
Founded in 2018, Chiliz is a blockchain provider focused on the sports and entertainment industry. We build scalable, secure blockchain-enabled solutions that supercharge fan experiences using digital assets.
$CHZ is the native digital token for the Chiliz sports & entertainment ecosystem currently powering Socios.com and the Chiliz Chain blockchain.
Socios.com is a fan engagement and rewards app that allows fans to engage with their favourite teams and clubs through digital assets known as Fan Tokens.
THE ROLE
Due to our continued commitment to regulatory compliance, we are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Head of AML & KYC to lead our AML/KYC team.
Reporting to our Customer Experience Director, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing our AML/KYC program. You will work closely with our legal, product, and operations teams to ensure that our business operations are compliant with all applicable regulations.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and enforce AML and KYC policies, procedures, and controls in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the AML and KYC team, ensuring they have the necessary resources and support to effectively carry out their duties.
Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential areas of vulnerability and implement measures to mitigate risks associated with money laundering and other financial crimes in collaboration with the MLRO.
Stay abreast of changes in AML and KYC regulations and industry trends, and update policies and procedures accordingly.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including but not limited to legal, compliance, payments & fraud, operations teams, to ensure a cohesive approach to AML and KYC compliance.
Assist the MLRO with the development and delivery of AML and KYC training programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
Establish and maintain relationships with industry associations to stay informed about emerging issues and regulatory expectations.
Conduct investigations into suspicious activities and coordinate with law enforcement and regulatory agencies as necessary and file reports when necessary.
Monitor and analyze transactional data and customer profiles to detect potential red flags and suspicious patterns.
Prepare and present reports on AML and KYC activities, findings, and trends to senior management and the board of directors.
Drive strategic AML/KYC projects, working closely with relevant teams to achieve business objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Liaise with Product and Developer teams to ensure that internal systems function effectively and ensure that 3rd party provider integrations are effectively implemented.
Assist Legal/Compliance team with interviewing candidates for AML/Compliance related posts within their team and also interviewing any candidates for the AML/KYC team.
Support the professional development of the AML and KYC team through training, quality assurance, and performance evaluations.
Handle team leave/illness requests while ensuring that adequate coverage of tasks is always maintained.
Any adhoc duties assigned by CX director and/or MLRO.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive AML/KYC programs within a regulated financial services environment, ideally in the crypto, fintech, or gaming industry.
Strong technical proficiency in AML/KYC tools and technologies, with experience using SumSub.
Experience in Know Your Business (KYB) processes for exchanges and other business partners, including due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team of AML/KYC professionals, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different departments, including legal, compliance, operations, and product.
Strong analytical skills to identify and assess risks, analyze data, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements and compliance issues to various stakeholders.
Up-to-date knowledge of emerging AML/KYC trends, technologies, and best practices, particularly within the crypto industry.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
Experience working in a crypto or blockchain environment with a deep understanding of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain technologies. Expertise in Travel Rule is a plus.
Familiarity with digital wallets such as Metamask and their implications for AML/KYC compliance.
Experience in working closely with payments and fraud prevention teams within a regulated financial services environment.
Deep understanding of Maltese regulatory frameworks, including the MFSA's requirements for AML/KYC compliance, and experience working with Maltese regulatory authorities.
Additional Considerations:
Strong ethical character and commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and compliance.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer you the chance to grow, to learn, to flex your creative muscles and to work for a project that is providing excitement to thousands of users.
Our interview phase is a 3-step process where you’ll be able to ask us anything and get to know your team too.
From HR right through to your team lead, we need this process to work both ways: It's not just about you fitting in, but about us being the right fit for you too.
Are you ready to work with the world’s best teams? Are you happy to try, fail and bounce back? Are you excited to keep pushing the boundaries of technology?
We’ve got offices across the world, over 30 nationalities in our ranks and the most important superpower of all - flexibility.
Our competitive salaries, wellness allowance, healthcare and pension plan are just the tip of the iceberg. You’ll gain friends, experience and a good challenge, we’ll gain you.
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