Crypto.com is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to lead and strengthen its regulatory compliance framework as defined by MFSA ‘s Chapter 3 of The Financial Institutions Rulebook (section R3-2.7.34 of the FIR/03 Rules applicable to financial institutions issuing electronic money) as well as The Markets in Crypto-Assets Rulebook (section R2-2.4.4. of the rules applicable to entities within scope of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Act.) Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to submit a Personal Questionnaire to the MFSA for fitness and properness assessment.
This is a senior leadership role for a compliance professional who can combine strategic judgement with hands-on execution. You will work closely with the Group Chief Compliance Officer, the local Boards, Legal, Product, Operations, Technology, IT Security, Risk and Finance teams to ensure the business operates within a clear and sustainable regulatory framework.
You will help position Compliance as a trusted partner to the business protecting customers, maintaining regulatory confidence and enabling responsible innovation across Europe.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the firm’s MiCA and EMI compliance strategies and operating model across relevant entities, products and jurisdictions.
Advise the Board and Executive Committee on regulatory risk, remediation, resilience, licensing and compliance priorities.
Manage ongoing engagement with the Malta Financial Services Authority, including weekly requests for information, regulatory reporting and supervisory commitments.
Oversee compliance monitoring, control testing, regulatory changes, issue management, as well as marketing and outsourcing oversight.
Lead the company’s DORA programme, including gap analysis, the register of information, supporting documentation, remediation tracking and company-wide awareness.
Support MiCA and PSD/PSR licence applications in partnership with Legal and cross-functional stakeholders.
Coordinate onsite and desk-based regulatory inspections, including preparation, evidence management, stakeholder coordination and responses to documentation requests from the Authority.
Lead and develop a high-performing Compliance team, fostering independence, accountability and constructive challenge.
Embed compliance by design across product, technology and operational processes.
Requirements
12+ years of regulatory compliance experience in fintech, payments, VASP/CASP, digital assets or comparable regulated financial services.
Strong knowledge of MiCA, EMI, DORA and applicable MFSA requirements.
Experience engaging with European regulators, preferably the MFSA, including RFIs, inspections, licensing or authorisation applications.
Demonstrable experience leading a DORA implementation programme and coordinating regulatory inspections.
Proven ability to lead multi-jurisdictional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including regulator- and Board-facing documentation.
High integrity, independent judgement and the confidence to challenge constructively.
Eligibility to satisfy applicable MFSA fit-and-proper and Key Function Holder requirements.
Empowered to think big. Try new opportunities while working with a talented, ambitious and supportive team.
Transformational and proactive working environment. Elevate employees to find thoughtful and innovative solutions.
Growth from within. We help to develop new skill-sets that would impact the shaping of your personal and professional growth.
Work Culture. Our colleagues are some of the best in the industry; we are all here to help and support one another.
One cohesive team. Engage stakeholders to achieve our ultimate goal - Cryptocurrency in every wallet.
Are you ready to kickstart your future with us?
Benefits
Competitive salary
Medical insurance package with extended coverage to dependents
Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.
Work Perks: crypto.com visa card provided upon joining
Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.
Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 150 million customers and is the world's fastest growing global cryptocurrency platform. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Built on a foundation of security, privacy, and compliance, Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.
Crypto.com is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an environment where opportunities are presented to everyone in a fair and transparent way. Crypto.com values diversity and inclusion, seeking candidates with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills that complement and strengthen our team.
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