What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior AML Compliance Officer position at Coinify?
Coinify ApS is a leading global virtual currency platform providing innovative solutions across the globe. Established in 2014 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Coinify specialises in individual currency trading, corporate brokerage, payment processing services, and enterprise solutions through the Coinify API. The platform empowers businesses and individuals to engage with financial innovation seamlessly and compliantly, with a presence in more than 150 markets.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Senior AML Officer to strengthen our compliance framework and lead key regulatory initiatives.
Are you interested in working in a fast-paced environment where financial services compliance and regulatory innovation are key priorities? Do you have an appetite for a company with a global customer base, cutting-edge technology, and a results-driven culture? Do you share our vision of how the future of compliance in financial services is shaped by blockchain, digital assets, and evolving regulations? Then Coinify might be the right place for you.
As a Senior AML Officer, you will be part of the AML compliance team and report to the MLRO and play a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance, managing AML/CFT risks, and leading key compliance projects.
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Ensure adherence to AML/CFT regulations.
- Develop, implement, and enhance AML policies, procedures, and controls.
- Provide subject matter expertise on AML-related matters to internal stakeholders.
- Preparation of compliance reviews and follow-up on recommendations.
- Responsible for implementing necessary control mechanisms to ensure compliance and analyze business processes to identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Act as a contact person for external compliance-related inquiries, you will prepare and participate in audits and regulatory inspections.
- Lead key compliance projects, including Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD) implementation, Transaction Monitoring enhancements, the Travel Rule, and other regulatory-driven initiatives.
- Work closely with product, engineering, and operations teams to implement and optimize compliance technology solutions.
The perfect candidate:
- Academic background in economics, finance, law or similar
- 5 years of experience in AML compliance (preferably in fintech, crypto, or payments).
- Experience in leading major compliance projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of Danish AML laws, EU regulations.
- Fluency in both Danish and English (spoken and written) is required.