Your new company

An expanding international fintech

Your new role

AML & Compliance Lead

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of AML/CTF policies and controls
• Act as the primary liaison with the Japan FSA, law enforcement, and regulatory bodies
• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SAR), and CDD/EDD processes
• Manage internal and external AML audits, including remediation efforts
• Provide AML training and promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure frameworks remain compliant with Japan regulations (PSA, FIEA) and global standards.
• Collaborate with global compliance teams to align with international requirements (e.g., FATF)

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in AML/CTF, with the ability to operate at MLRO level
• Strong understanding of Japan regulatory requirements (FSA, PSA, FIEA)
• Hands-on experience across transaction monitoring, SAR, CDD, and EDD
• Experience dealing with regulators and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead AML frameworks, audits, and compliance programmes end-to-end

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to take ownership of the MLRO function in Japan
• High level of exposure to regulators and external authorities
• Broad AML scope covering full life cycle (policy, monitoring, reporting, audits)
• Involvement in a fast-evolving regulatory environment within crypto
• Collaboration with global teams and exposure to international compliance standards

What you need to do now

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