Principal Analyst, Regulatory Compliance

Status
Austin, USA
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Business Analyst
Description

Circle is a innovative technology firm in the financial sector situated at the forefront of the emerging internet of money. Our aim is to facilitate the movement of value in a manner similar to sending digital data - seamlessly and affordably across borders and at high speeds compared to traditional settlement systems. This pioneering internet layer introduces unprecedented opportunities for payments, commerce, and markets that can elevate global economic prosperity and promote inclusivity. With our infrastructure, which features USDC, a blockchain-based dollar, we assist businesses, institutions, and developers in leveraging these advancements and capitalizing on this significant juncture in the fusion of money and technology.

Mission of the Organization:

Circle is dedicated to promoting transparency and reliability across all our operations. As our organization expands, we are venturing into some of the most robust jurisdictions worldwide. Swiftness and effectiveness drive our achievements, and our team embodies our core values: Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity. In a remote work setting that thrives on strength in numbers, Circlers are consistently evolving. We have established an adaptable and inclusive workplace where fresh ideas are welcomed, and each individual is regarded as crucial to our success.

Responsibilities:

Circle is seeking a Principal Analyst to join the Regulatory Assurance team to establish a centralized global function focused on cultivating an exceptional compliance management system that supports all regional and core compliance operations. This team oversees compliance risk management through enhancing, evaluating, and supervising critical compliance initiatives within Circle.

As a primary second line of defense role, you will be accountable for formulating and executing Circle’s Regulatory Change Management Program. You will lead the coordination and oversight of all regulatory alterations including identification, evaluation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to guarantee compliance with new or updated regulatory obligations. Clear definition of stakeholder responsibilities, deliverables, and timelines will be required to drive positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the Regulatory Change Management Program's strategy, framework, and implementation.
  • Introduce process enhancements to streamline the Program's efficiency.
  • Ensure timely identification, tracking, assessment, and processing of all relevant regulatory modifications through the Program.
  • Forge partnerships with diverse cross-functional teams to articulate changes, risks, assess applicability, and follow through on outstanding tasks.
  • Collaborate closely on remediation efforts and escalate identified risks.
  • Oversee the monitoring and reporting for the Regulatory Change Management Program.

Required Qualifications:

  • Over 10 years of experience in compliance, regulatory, or related roles within a financial institution.
  • In-depth expertise in implementing and maintaining regulatory compliance programs.
  • Previous experience in developing and executing a comprehensive regulatory compliance change management program.
  • Excellent proficiency in analyzing Laws, Rules, and Regulations.
  • Demonstrated capability in working with and presenting to leaders of cross-functional teams.
  • A passion for financial technology and the transformative potential of cryptocurrency and blockchains, collaborative attitude, a sense of humor, and eagerness for both learning and mentoring.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving changes, and effectively managing numerous projects concurrently.
  • Able to work autonomously with minimal guidance as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Familiarity with Slack, Apple MacOS, and GSuite.

Additional Details:

  • This role is eligible for immediate PERM sponsorship for qualified candidates.
Skills Required
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Circle
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Location
United States
Description
We believe in a future where digital dollars work securely around the world to create a more prosperous global economy for everyone.
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