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Blockchain.com is the world's leading software platform for digital assets. Offering the largest production blockchain platform in the world, we share the passion to code, create, and ultimately build an open, accessible and fair financial future, one piece of software at a time.

We are seeking an outstanding compliance leader to join our fast-growing team as Compliance Officer, Lithuania. This role will be responsible for overseeing compliance with regulatory compliance frameworks in Europe.

We are looking for a highly motivated, adaptable, and collaborative professional who can handle ambiguity and enjoys building. As the Compliance Officer, Lithuania for Blockchain (LT), UAB, you will oversee and execute the company’s compliance compliance strategy in accordance with the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation, and oversee compliance staff in the European jurisdictions in which the company operates.

If you have experience in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to be a member of an innovative compliance team in the crypto asset space, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Implement and oversee compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, especially related to the European Union, the European Banking Authority (EBA), and the Lithuanian supervisory authorities.
• Compliance Oversight: Overseeing the company’s compliance with MiCA, including understanding and interpreting relevant rules and guidelines for CASPs.
• Monitor regulatory change and provide concise impact assessments to key stakeholders on regulatory development that may impact Lithuanian and global (EU) business.
• Review and ensure that all compliance policies, procedures, and controls are aligned with the latest regulatory and industry standards to protect the organization.
• Provide Compliance subject matter expertise on Local and EU-level regulatory requirements as they apply in the CASP sector.
• Provide leadership and oversight on compliance-related projects, including the integration of compliance suites.
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies, handling all relevant reporting, notifications, and official communications.
• Work closely with the CEO and other management team members to influence broader business strategies.
• Participate in the company's management body, contributing to strategic decisions with a hands-on and innovative approach.
• Collaborate with colleagues from the business as well as internal Risk Management and Compliance teams to identify current and emerging risks, advising on steps required to mitigate these risks.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• At least 7 years of experience in AML/CTF and compliance
• At least 3 years of experience in people and team management
• At least 2 years of experience working in the FinTech, Crypto or payment services industry.
• Experience building European compliance programs
• Experience managing and scaling a team
• Extensive experience working with and presenting to regulators, auditors and bank partners
• In-depth understanding of European Union, the European Banking Authority (EBA), and the Lithuanianregulations in terms of CAPS requirements
• Interest and experience in cryptocurrency and virtual asset regulation
• Excellent English and Lithuanian written and verbal communications skills, organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Professional certification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) preferred

COMPENSATION & PERKS

• The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field
• Bonus scheme based on both company and individual performance
• The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry.
• Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it.
• Apple equipment provided by the company
• Hybrid role from our office in the heart of Vilnius, at least 3 days in the office
• Work from Anywhere Policies

Depending on skill set and experience, the salary for this role starts at 50,000 - 100,000 EUR per yearRole located in Vilnius, Lithuania

Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, and apprenticeship. Blockchain makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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