Blockchain.com
Deputy BSA & Sanctions Officer
New York · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 63 days ago
ComplianceProject ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInternal Audit
About the role
- Blockchain is connecting the world to the future of finance.
- As the most trusted and fastest-growing global crypto company, it helps millions of people worldwide safely access cryptocurrency.
- Since its inception in 2011, Blockchain has earned the trust of over 90 million wallet holders and more than 40 million verified users, facilitating over $1 trillion in crypto transactions.
Responsibilities
- Support the BSA Officer in the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of a comprehensive BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program aligned with U.S. regulatory expectations and global best practices.
- Oversee and manage key components of the BSA/AML and Sanctions program, including transaction monitoring, investigations, data validation, reporting, and recordkeeping functions, ensuring operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
- Own and maintain BSA/AML and Sanctions policies, procedures, and related documentation, ensuring they remain current, effective, and aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and business activities.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across the financial crimes compliance program and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and deliver key risk indicators (KRIs), metrics, and management reporting to senior leadership, providing transparency into program performance and control effectiveness.
- Partner cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to embed financial crimes compliance requirements into business processes and product development.
- Lead preparation for and response to regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries, acting as a key point of contact for regulators.
- Own and manage the global policy and procedure governance framework, including coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely updates and consistency across jurisdictions.
- Drive issue management processes, including tracking, remediation, and reporting of audit findings, regulatory issues, and internal control gaps.
- Respond to and support banking partner due diligence (DD) requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and comprehensive information is provided to maintain strong partner relationships.
Requirements
- Ensure the timely and accurate filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with FinCEN and OFAC-related reporting obligations, including Voluntary Self-Disclosures (VSDs), as required.
- 6+ years of experience in BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance, including program management and regulatory engagement.
- Strong understanding of risk assessments, control design, and program governance.
Compensation
- Lead and execute the annual BSA/AML and OFAC risk assessment process, including risk identification, control evaluation, and documentation of findings with clear recommendations.
Benefits
- Full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company
- Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it
- Flexible work culture
Company info
- Oversee enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes, including identification, review, and periodic reassessment of high-risk customers, ensuring appropriate documentation and ongoing monitoring.
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