Senior Compliance Officer
About Crypto Finance
The Crypto Finance Group comprises two FINMA-regulated financial institutions and a BaFin-regulated subsidiary in Germany. As part of Deutsche Börse Group, Crypto Finance AG provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. This includes one of the first FINMA-approved securities firms offering 24/7 brokerage services, along with custody, staking, infrastructure, and tokenisation solutions. Additionally, it features the first FINMA-approved manager of collective assets for crypto assets, managing the first Swiss crypto fund. Headquartered in Switzerland, the Crypto Finance Group's German subsidiary has secured MiCA licenses to provide brokerage and custody services.
For more information, please visit our website at About us - Crypto Finance
As an Officer in a small team, this position offers a wide range of topics and numerous opportunities for involvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Coverage of operational risks owned by the compliance function, particularly in areas such as AML/CFT, sanctions, market conduct, data protection, cross-border issues, and fraud prevention
- Acting as a subject matter expert
- Coordination and collaboration with legal & regulatory and operational risk teams
- Collaboration with the first line regarding client life cycle management and transaction monitoring, incl. blockchain forensics
- Development and maintenance of the compliance framework, including risk assessments, policies, processes, and controls
- Conducting and monitoring second line controls
- Consolidated oversight of group companies, reporting, and coordination with Deutsche Börse Group
- Participation in external workshops with prospects, clients, and regulators
- Conducting compliance training and internal workshops
- Support during internal and external audits within the compliance area
- Independent implementation of compliance projects
Requirements
- Drive, independence, commitment, loyalty, and motivation
- Degree from a university or university of applied sciences; additional qualifications such as Swiss CPA are an advantage
- Relevant experience in the financial industry in Switzerland
- Interest in DLT and crypto assets
- Knowledge of financial market regulation in Switzerland; knowledge of EU regulations is a significant plus
- Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken
- Ideally residing in the Greater Zurich area
- Team player with decisiveness and pragmatism
- Willingness to advance the team and Crypto Finance
Benefits
- Be part of an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team led by experienced professionals
- Opportunity to travel and attend leading events
- Shape the future of finance while working at the cutting edge of B2B digital asset solutions
- Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies
- Take on meaningful responsibility with room for learning and professional growth
- Gain deep industry insights and make a tangible impact
- Join regular company-wide meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team events
- Enjoy a modern and central workplace in Zurich with top-tier infrastructure
Our culture
At the heart of our company, we prioritize:
- Innovation and Continuous Learning
- Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
- Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies
- Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity
Please note:
- We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies.
- Due to the Swiss labour legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.
- If this is the position for you, and you have a Swiss work permit and/or EU citizenship, please send us your complete application, incl. cover letter, CV, and references.