Head of AML & CTF (PCF

Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

Lead and maintain the firm’s AML/CFT compliance framework in line with applicable legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.; Act as the senior accountable officer for AML/CFT compliance governance, oversight, and escalation.

Posted 7/17/2026Verified active Jul 25, 2026, 12:36 AMfull-timeRemote • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Candidates should emphasize their expertise in AML/CFT compliance frameworks, risk assessment, and regulatory governance within the financial services sector. Demonstrated experience in engaging with regulators and senior management, along with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and compliance processes, is essential.

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AML/CFT Compliance FrameworksRisk AssessmentRegulatory GovernanceEngagement with RegulatorsFinancial Crime Compliance

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Hard Skills

AML/CFT PoliciesRisk AssessmentCustomer Due Diligence (CDD)Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)Transaction Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentIndependenceEffective ChallengeAdvisory SkillsOperational Efficiency Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Compliance TechnologyAutomated Monitoring SystemsRegulatory Reporting ToolsTransaction Screening SystemsRisk Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PCF-52CASPFitness & Probity Standards

Industry Keywords

AML/CFT LegislationFinancial Services ComplianceCrypto IndustryFintech ComplianceRegulatory Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and maintain the firm’s AML/CFT compliance framework in line with applicable legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.
Act as the senior accountable officer for AML/CFT compliance governance, oversight, and escalation.
Develop, implement, and periodically review AML/CFT policies, standards, procedures, and controls.
Oversee the firm’s enterprise-wide AML/CFT risk assessment and ensure that risks are identified, assessed, mitigated, and reported appropriately.
Design, implement and oversee policies, procedures and controls for AMLR (Regulation (EU) 2024/1624) compliance.
Partner with the business to bring to market products and services quickly.
Implement operational efficiencies deploying an automate everything mindset.
Ensure robust controls are in place for customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, ongoing monitoring, screening, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity escalation.
Oversee the firm’s suspicious transaction/reporting processes, including internal escalation, external reporting, and maintenance of appropriate records.
Advise senior management and the board on AML/CFT matters, emerging risks, regulatory expectations, and control enhancements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in crypto, fintech, or another regulated, fast-paced industry with a high volume of transactions.
Significant experience in AML/CFT, financial crime compliance, or regulatory compliance within a regulated financial services firm.
Previous experience as a PCF-52 with a CASP or financial services firm.
Strong knowledge of Irish and EU AML/CFT legislation, regulatory expectations, and applicable guidance.
Experience designing, implementing, and overseeing AML/CFT compliance frameworks in complex or high-growth environments using technology.
Demonstrated experience engaging with regulators, senior management, boards, audit, and second- and third-line oversight functions.
Strong understanding of AML/CFT risk assessment, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, screening, suspicious activity reporting, and governance.
Experience managing compliance issues in relation to new products, technology, outsourcing, and cross-border operations.
Strong judgment, independence, and ability to challenge effectively at senior levels.
Must satisfy Fitness & Probity standards, including competence, capability, honesty, integrity, and financial soundness.