Director of AML, Virtual Asset Compliance

CertiK

AML and virtual asset compliance leader strengthening CertiK's blockchain security services. Advising financial institutions, VASPs, regulators, and industry stakeholders on financial crime risks and compliance strategy.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AML frameworks, virtual asset compliance, and financial crime risk management, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and transaction monitoring. Proven ability to engage with regulators and industry stakeholders while advising financial institutions on compliance strategies.

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AML Framework DevelopmentVirtual Asset Compliance StrategyBlockchain AnalyticsCAMS CertificationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

AMLFinancial CrimeSanctionsTransaction MonitoringRegulatory ReportingKYTWallet ScreeningRisk AssessmentInvestigation ProcessesCompliance Guidance

Soft Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

On-Chain Compliance Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMS

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsVASPsRegulatory DevelopmentsLaw EnforcementRegulated Entity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and improve AML frameworks, virtual asset compliance strategy, sanctions, risk assessments, transaction monitoring, and investigation processes.
Advise financial institutions and VASPs on virtual asset compliance, regulatory expectations, and blockchain related financial crime risks.
Monitor regulatory developments and translate them into practical compliance guidance and product requirements.
Where applicable, serve as MLRO or support the designated MLRO on suspicious activity reviews and regulatory reporting.
Partner with product, engineering, business development teams, regulators, law enforcement, and other industry stakeholders.
Serve as a senior subject matter expert on AML and virtual asset compliance.
Help strengthen the company's compliance capabilities and advise financial institutions and VASPs.
Engage with regulators, law enforcement agencies, clients, and industry partners.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience as an MLRO, Chief Compliance Officer, Head of Financial Crime, or a similar senior compliance role.
Experience across both traditional financial institutions and the virtual asset industry.
Strong knowledge of AML, financial crime, sanctions, transaction monitoring, regulatory compliance and reporting, and virtual asset financial crime risks.
Hands-on experience with blockchain analytics, KYT, wallet screening, or similar on-chain compliance tools and processes.
Strong communication skills.
CAMS or an equivalent AML qualification.
Bonus: Experience owning the AML program of a regulated entity, VASP licensing, regulatory examinations, or remediation.
Bonus: Established relationships across regulators, law enforcement, banks, exchanges, or the virtual asset industry.
Required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States upon hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Compensation for candidates outside the United States determined based on location, experience, and qualifications