Compliance Associate/Manager - Digital Asset Exchange

Roles and Duties

• Oversee and ensure the exchange's compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including AML/KYC/STR, licensing, reporting, and internal controls.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and manuals.
• Conduct reviews on client onboarding, due diligence; and monitor ongoing process to ensure compliance with AML/KYC standards.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and respond to inquiries, audits, and inspections. Relevant jurisdictions include Malaysia and Hong Kong
• Monitor transactions and investigate any suspicious activities, preparing necessary reports.
• Provide compliance training to staff and promote a culture of regulatory awareness.
• Collaborate with operations, technology, finance, and other departments to ensure compliance integration across all business functions; and monitor internal and external risk exposures.
• Stay updated with regulatory changes and advise management on their impact.
• Support ad-hoc projects related to regulatory matters and business initiatives.
• Be a proactive team player in a lean, international team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Law or related fields.
• 3-8 years of experience in compliance within financial services, banking, brokerage, or crypto industries.
• Experience with regulatory jurisdictions such as Malaysia (SC, BNM, Labuan FSA), Hong Kong (TCSP).
• Knowledge of AML / KYC / STR/ FATCA / CRS / FATF / Travel Rules requirements, digital assets, blockchain, and capital markets.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Preference for candidates based in Malaysia.

Join our dynamic digital asset exchange team and contribute to the future of finance!