Building the Future of Crypto 

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Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.

As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Kraken NFT, and Kraken Futures.

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Proof of work

The ideal candidate for this role will need to be based in Ireland. This is a control
function hire, under the Fitness & Probity regime.

The team

We are recruiting for a professional to take on the role of Senior Compliance Associate
(FIAT) playing a key role within the European focused RegOps team and authorised EMI
entity. The successful candidate will be involved in a full breadth of processes and will
need to be open, inquisitive and willing to take ownership of delivery of a variety of
different tasks

The opportunity

• Support the Head of Compliance in the successful delivery of second line
  obligations, commitments and general work

• Act as a SME to PIL and the wider Kraken Group on payments (FIAT) related
  technical compliance queries

• Support with regulatory mapping and updating our reg inventory

• Involvement with horizon scanning and implementing new regulation changes

• Develop, draft, implement and operationalise compliance policies and
  procedures required to be compliant with regulations across the EU

• Assist in managing regulatory inquiries

• Act as a trusted partner to Product, Design, Engineering and Markets teams for
  new products and initiatives

• Assist in preparing reports for Committee and Board meetings on compliance
  related matters

• Assist in the development and delivery of effective compliance training programs

• Continually seek out and implement efficiencies and process improvements

• Assist with compliance monitoring where required

Skills you should HODL

• Significant second-line (2LOD) compliance experience is essential, preferably in
  an EMI

• Strong knowledge of regulations, particularly PSD2

• Capability to manage multiple projects

• Demonstrated ability to effectively analyse risk and apply sound  judgement in a
  timely manner

• Self starter who can work on their own initiative

• Practical knowledge of compliance techniques

• Experience and/or passion for crypto preferred

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Strong attention to detail and strong organisational skills

• Ability to prioritise workload in line with tight deadlines and work effectively
  under pressure

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This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.

Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws. 

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