As a Financial Crime Manager at Bitvavo, you'll be responsible for leading the Financial Crimes Quality Check and AML & Investigations teams. Your key duties will include overseeing investigations, conducting enhanced due diligence reviews, and ensuring adherence to AML, CTF, and PSE regulations. You'll also manage projects, mentor team members, and represent the Financial Crime function in discussions with regulators and stakeholders.

To excel in the Financial Crime Manager role at Bitvavo, you should have at least 6 years of experience in Financial Crime, particularly within a financial institution. A university degree in Law or a related field is essential, along with a proven track record in financial crime investigations and KYC compliance. Additionally, you'll need strong project management skills and fluency in both Dutch and English.

At Bitvavo, we are committed to fostering your professional development. As a Financial Crime Manager, you'll have access to a budget for external training and courses, allowing you to stay at the forefront of the rapidly evolving compliance landscape. We also emphasize internal mentorship and support to help you grow in your role.

The Financial Crime Manager role at Bitvavo is unique due to the dynamic nature of the digital currency market. You will have the opportunity to shape compliance strategies in a fast-paced environment, work with cutting-edge technology, and play a key role in a rapidly growing FinTech startup. Your influence will be integral in embedding a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

As a Financial Crime Manager at Bitvavo, you can expect a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and encourage open communication. Our flexible work policy allows you to choose between working from home or in our Amsterdam office, fostering a balanced and engaging workplace.

In your answer, focus on specific experiences that highlight your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Share examples of investigations you’ve led, the methodologies used, and the results achieved. This showcases your depth of knowledge and practical experience in financial crime compliance.

Discuss your strategies for keeping informed, such as attending industry conferences, participating in training sessions, and following relevant publications. Highlight any associations you belong to or certifications you hold, underlining your dedication to continuous learning in the field of financial crime.

Share specific strategies, focusing on implementing rigorous training programs and fostering a culture of compliance. Emphasize the importance of clear communication and collaboration with other departments to ensure a comprehensive approach to compliance.

Talk about your mentoring style, emphasizing the importance of providing constructive feedback, creating opportunities for skill development, and encouraging open dialogue. Providing real-life examples can lend credibility to your approach.

Share your experiences interacting with regulators and auditors, highlighting your communication skills and ability to build relationships. Discuss any challenges faced and how you managed those situations to ensure compliance and transparency.

Discuss your familiarity with systematic integrity risk assessments and other compliance frameworks, detailing specific projects where you've utilized these frameworks. This will demonstrate your ability to link theoretical knowledge to practical application.

Describe your process for managing escalations, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and timely resolutions. Sharing a past experience where you successfully resolved an escalation will show your problem-solving skills.

Identify a specific project you led, detailing the objectives, your role, the challenges faced, and the outcome. Demonstrating your project management skills and how you drive results will make a strong impression.

Discuss qualitative and quantitative metrics you use to assess compliance program effectiveness, such as audits, feedback from team members, and compliance outcomes. This shows your critical thinking and ability to improve existing programs.

Share your observations on current trends and challenges in the field, such as evolving technologies and methods used by criminals. This will demonstrate your industry knowledge and critical insight into how these challenges can be addressed proactively.