Senior Compliance Officer

Join us at Crypto Finance Group, where everyone can make a significant impact. We invite you to be part of our journey and help shape the future of our company.

About Crypto Finance

Crypto Finance, a FINMA-regulated financial institution within Deutsche Börse Group, drives the implementation of its digital asset strategy by providing tailored solutions for financial institutions.

As one of the first FINMA-approved security firms, we offer 24 / 7 brokerage services, secure custody, and staking solutions.

Crypto Finance Group is headquartered in the Prime Tower in Zurich and has a subsidiary in Frankfurt, which enables access to the European Union.

With over 100 employees, we are on a growth path. Crypto Finance combines digital assets with proven structures.

For more information, please visit our website at https : / / www.crypto-finance.com / .

As an Officer in a small team, this position offers a wide range of topics and numerous opportunities for involvement. The Compliance function is part of the COO area, which also includes Legal & Regulatory, Risk Management, Marketing, and Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Deputy to the Group Chief Compliance Officer
• 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
• 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, incl. 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 sessions and internal workshops
• Support of the internal and external auditors 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, is a must
• Ideally residing in the Greater Zurich area
• Team player with decisiveness and pragmatism
• Willingness to advance the team and Crypto Finance

Benefits

• Become a part of a leading company in the crypto asset space
• Great company culture within an established and renowned group
• Gain deep insights into crypto asset trading, market making, execution strategies, settlement, and custody, etc.
• Work in an exciting, fast-paced, and expanding industry with opportunities and a range of topics that go beyond the traditional financial industry
• Team-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset with high ethical standards

Culture

At the heart of our company, we prioritise :

• 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 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.