Global Head of Compliance

Key Responsibilities: Regulatory & Licensing Strategy - Lead the companys licensing applications and compliance across key markets (EU, MENA, APAC, etc.). - Manage relationships with regulators and ensure timely reporting. - Oversee compliance with remittance laws, VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) regulations, and crypto licensing requirements. Compliance Program Management - Develop and enforce AML/CFT, KYC, KYB, and transaction monitoring policies for fiat and crypto transactions. - Conduct risk assessments and implement controls for cross-border payments, stable coins, and blockchain-based remittance. - Ensure compliance with Travel Rule, sanctions screening, and fraud prevention. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement - Build and mentor a high-performing compliance team. - Collaborate with Legal, Product, and Engineering to integrate compliance into Web3 payment rails, smart contracts, and wallet systems. - Advise leadership on emerging crypto regulations and compliance trends. Audits & Reporting - Manage internal audits, regulatory examinations, and third-party compliance reviews. - Prepare and submit SARs (Suspicious Activity Reports), CTRs (Currency Transaction Reports), and other regulatory filings. Qualifications & Experience - 6-8+ years in compliance leadership at a fintech, payments company, remittance provider, or crypto/Web3 firm. - Deep expertise in global licensing, money transmission laws, and VASP registration. - Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks. - Experience with crypto compliance tools (Elliptic, Sumsub, Worldcheck) and KYC/CDD solutions. - Familiarity with DeFi, stablecoins, and blockchain analytics is a plus. - CAMS, ICA, or similar certification preferred. Originally posted on Himalayas