Head of Retail Compliance
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BitGo is a prominent player in digital asset financial services, catering to institutional investors for their liquidity, custody, and security needs. Established in 2013, BitGo is known for introducing the multi-signature wallet and being the first digital asset company focused on institutional clients. They operate in both centralized and decentralized finance, offering top-notch trading, lending, and borrowing services via prime brokerage services. Additionally, BitGo acts as the custodian for WBTC, a key global stablecoin for Bitcoin. BitGo also provides solutions like BitGo Portfolio and Tax for digital assets. They handle approximately 20% of global Bitcoin transactions and support over 600 coins and tokens, securing operations for 1500+ institutional clients across 50 countries.
BitGo seeks to recruit a dynamic Head of Retail Compliance to work directly under the Chief Compliance Officer. This position presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader in Retail Compliance who wants to shape the future of finance.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the CCO to evaluate, oversee, and enhance risk management and compliance practices for retail crypto trading and custody.
- Team up with Sales, Product, and Operations teams to spot compliance risks and establish relevant controls.
- Keep track of financial regulations updates and assess their impact on compliance efforts.
- Engage in the review of new products, services, and implementation strategies.
- Develop and update policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements and current operational needs.
- Craft presentations for Senior Management, risk committees, and the Board of Directors.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and internal compliance protocols.
- Formulate strategies for new regulation implementation, oversee process integration, and maintain effective communication among various stakeholders.
Skills and Experience:
- Proficient in project management, fostering collaborative relationships to implement practical compliance and risk management solutions.
- Possess analytical, positive, and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills, judgment, and ability to communicate effectively across different corporate levels.
- A track record of working successfully with regulators.
- Familiarity with the regulatory landscape for financial technology and crypto companies.
- Willingness to travel and collaborate with team members in regional offices.
- Prior experience as a retail compliance officer in brokerage, banking, or trust services.
- Bonus points for previous roles in a Crypto firm and extensive experience with retail AML, KYC, and surveillance.
- Basic knowledge of blockchain analytics is advantageous.
- Thorough, organized, reliable, and having a sense of urgency in client service.
Why Join BitGo?
BitGo is a place where vision, innovation, passion, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit converge to transform an industry. If you align with our values of ownership, craftsmanship, and open communication, you'll fit right in with our dedicated team working towards revolutionizing financial markets. At BitGo, you’ll enjoy competitive salary, bonus, stock options, comprehensive health insurance, 401k matching, great support for parental leave and vacation, personalized computer equipment and workspace, and a vibrant startup environment fostering innovation and growth.
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