Anti-Money Laundering Officer (AMLO) and Sanction Officer

About us

BloFin is a next-gen cryptocurrency futures trading exchange, leading the way in bringing exciting, rewarding crypto futures trading to users worldwide. a cryptocurrency futures trading exchange where users can get into cryptocurrency futures trading in an exciting and rewarding way.

Head of Compliance

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AMLO / Sanctions Officer to lead our compliance efforts as we seek MiCA authorization. As a prospective CASP, we are dedicated to establishing a premier regulated environment for digital asset trading. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain the AML/KYC framework, ensuring readiness for regulatory authorisation (MiCA) and ongoing compliance with EU and Austrian regulatory frameworks.

The position includes active involvement in the MiCA authorization process and entails acting as BloFin EU’s designated liaison with the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA).

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the central contact for all AML/CFT and sanctions‑related topics, both internally and externally, including communication with the competent supervisory authority (FMA).
• Drive the design, maintenance, and rollout of internal policies, procedures, frameworks, and guidelines to ensure adherence to Austrian and EU regulatory requirements.
• Manage and further develop the AML/CFT framework, including customer due diligence, onboarding, and KYC processes - such as responsibility for decisions on the acceptance or refusal of business relationships in line with applicable rules.
• Take ownership of establishing and embedding appropriate internal control mechanisms required for the MiCA authorization process.
• Provide AML/CFT input for the development of new products, services, markets, and operational workflows by conducting targeted risk assessments.
• Oversee transaction monitoring activities, investigations, alert handling, and escalation processes relating to potential money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions risks.

Job Requirements

• University degree in law, economics, finance, forensics, or a comparable discipline; candidates with a legal background are particularly welcome.
• At least five years of professional experience in compliance functions within financial institutions, banks, or fintech companies. Experience in the crypto sector is an advantage but not mandatory. Prior exposure to supervisory interactions is highly desirable.
• Solid knowledge of blockchain technology, digital assets, and the regulatory framework applicable to cryptocurrencies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the capability to build and lead teams.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills; German language proficiency is strongly preferred.

We offer

• A strategically important control function with full ownership of AML/CFT and sanctions matters across the organization.
• Close and direct collaboration with senior leadership, supervisory authorities, and Financial Intelligence Units.
• High visibility and responsibility for core regulatory topics within a rapidly evolving, international crypto environment.
• The opportunity to actively shape, scale, and further professionalize the AML/CFT function as the business grows.

Additional contact details

Jay (HR): jay_chong@blofin.io