Head of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Compliance (Web3)

TL;DR

Head of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Compliance (Web3): Leading the AML/CFT compliance framework for a major crypto brokerage in the EU with an accent on regulatory governance and operational scalability. Focus on automating compliance processes using AI and managing the PCF-52 function under the Central Bank of Ireland.

Location: Remote (Ireland)

Company

hirify.global is one of the world's longest-standing crypto platforms, providing spot trading, margin, futures, staking, and OTC services to over 10 million clients globally.

What you will do

• Lead and maintain the firm’s AML/CFT compliance framework in accordance with Irish and EU legal and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the designated Pre-Approval Controlled Function (PCF-52) and principal point of contact for the Central Bank of Ireland.
• Design and implement policies and controls for AMLR (Regulation (EU) 2024/1624) compliance.
• Deploy technology solutions and AI to automate compliance processes and scale the program as a data-driven machine.
• Oversee enterprise-wide risk assessments, customer due diligence (CDD/EDD), and suspicious activity reporting.
• Advise senior management and the Board on emerging risks, regulatory expectations, and control enhancements.

Requirements

• Must be based in Ireland to satisfy Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) Fitness & Probity standards.
• Previous experience as a PCF-52 with a VASP or regulated financial services firm.
• Significant experience in AML/CFT and financial crime compliance within crypto, fintech, or high-volume regulated industries.
• Deep knowledge of Irish and EU AML/CFT legislation and regulatory expectations.
• Proven track record of implementing technology-driven compliance frameworks in high-growth environments.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with regulators and reporting to Boards of Directors.

Nice to have

• Previous experience with MiFID II or the Market Abuse Directive.

Culture & Benefits

• Flat organizational structure promoting autonomy and proximity to senior leadership.
• Culture of meritocracy and internal mobility to enhance career development.
• Opportunity to build cutting-edge compliance infrastructure using the best available technology.
• Diverse, global team environment with a strong conviction in crypto and blockchain technology.