Head of Compliance (Virtual Assets) - Leading Fintech

Company

Our client is a leading Chinese Fintech that is committed to providing secure, reliable, and easy-to-use crypto trading services to its clients. The Head of Compliance will play a critical role in developing, implementing and maintaining their compliance policies and procedures. 

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory changes and industry developments to ensure compliance with relevant laws, rules, and regulations
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance program, including policies, procedures, and controls
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and provide guidance to management on risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure that all new and existing products and services are compliant with relevant regulations
• Collaborate with internal departments, including legal, operations, and technology, to identify and resolve compliance issues
• Conduct periodic compliance training for employees to ensure understanding of compliance requirements
• Monitor and analyze transactions for suspicious activity and report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulators to ensure successful completion of audits and examinations
• Maintain accurate and complete records of compliance-related activities and prepare reports for management as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a compliance role within the VATP industry
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets is a plus
• Fluent / professional working proficiency in English and in Chinese (Mandarin) 

Application Options

If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply' now. For further information and a confidential discussion, you can email Winston Tse at winston@tokalent.com