Compliance Head & MLRO, Pakistan
Core
Build and embed a comprehensive compliance and AML/CFT framework for a crypto exchange, serving as the primary point of contact with regulators and overseeing the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) duties.
Role type
Head of Compliance and MLRO (senior leadership IC)
Builds
End-to-end compliance programs, policies, and regulatory reporting for a virtual asset service provider (VASP)
Domain
Cryptocurrency / Virtual Assets / Financial Crime Prevention
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Regulatory engagement, AML/CFT framework design, KYC/CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, risk-based approach, compliance training, board reporting, product lifecycle compliance integration
Preferred skills
MLRO experience, VASP/crypto exchange background, FATF Recommendations expertise, blockchain analytics proficiency, multi-jurisdictional oversight
Technologies
Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs
Responsibilities
Serve as primary regulatory contact; design and maintain compliance framework aligned with FATF and local laws; oversee STR assessment and external disclosures; manage transaction monitoring and sanctions screening; lead AML/CFT training; integrate compliance into product design; prepare board reports on regulatory changes and breaches.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on leadership