Compliance Manager

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Position Type: Full-Time, 1 vacancy

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week, MST

About the Company

We are a one‑stop compliance powerhouse trusted by clients who expect precision, agility, and results. We run like a championship sports team where every player knows their role, every move is strategic, and winning means delivering industry‑leading compliance outcomes for every client we serve.

About the Team

We are a high‑performance squad that thrives on trust, accountability, and measurable impact. We train hard, execute flawlessly, and celebrate the wins together.

About the Role

This role is central to executing and maintaining a high‑performing compliance program under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), in close collaboration with the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO).

It involves hands‑on support across audits, client engagement, policy development, and daily operations, with a strong focus on identifying gaps and driving improvements. The position contributes to building a resilient compliance framework through KYC/KYB execution, policy refinement, and training initiatives. It also plays a key role in tracking program metrics, managing audit readiness, and strengthening risk management models. Explicit and strategic client communication is essential, with tailored reporting that reflects nuanced compliance risks and supports informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities:
CCO Program Execution

Take ownership of tactical program delivery by actively supporting the CCO in preliminary audits, client engagement, and policy development.

Execute daily operations with a proactive mindset by identifying gaps, proposing solutions, and driving continuous improvement.

Coordinate closely with the COO and CCO to ensure consistent execution across all client engagements.

CCO Program Health
Support the development of a resilient and forward‑looking compliance program by:

Assisting the CCO in conducting preliminary audits and surfacing early insights for strategic review

Drafting and refining policy and procedure documents to ensure clarity, relevance, and regulatory alignment

Validating key compliance activities, including transaction monitoring and reporting, with precision and urgency

Supporting tactical execution of KYC/KYB models with a focus on adaptability and improvement





Contributing to training initiatives that build team capability and readiness

CCO Program Metrics and Performance Tracking
Demonstrate high accountability in tracking and reporting program performance by:

Attending client calls with preparation and purpose, capturing key takeaways and driving follow‑up actions

Maintaining and evolving project trackers to reflect real‑time progress and ensure transparency

Reporting weekly and monthly objectives with clarity and consistency to support strategic decision‑making

Identifying gaps in tracking systems and recommending scalable or practical enhancements

Audit Execution
Drive audit readiness and execution by:

Assisting the CCO with preliminary audit tasks, documentation, and early‑stage analysis

Supporting a tiered audit model with clear task allocation and escalation protocols

Ensuring audits are completed accurately and on schedule, with prompt resolution of findings

Maintaining audit momentum through consistent coordination and follow‑up

Strengthen risk frameworks through proactive support by:

Assisting with scheduled risk assessments and documenting preliminary findings for escalationUpdating and refining risk models to meet evolving regulatory standards and business needs

Reporting & Client Communication
Enhance client communication and reporting by:

Supporting the development of scalable, client‑specific reporting plans that reflect nuanced compliance risks

Communicating findings clearly, timely, and with strategic insight tailored to each Fractional CCO client

Qualifications:
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business, Economics or related fields

Advanced knowledge of cryptocurrency compliance regulations and emerging technologies

Experience

5-10 years in financial compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs

Hands‑on use of crypto compliance software for risk assessment and transaction monitoring

Policy development, regulatory filings, and fraud prevention across crypto transactions

Led deployment and scaling of compliance automation for digital assets





Payments and MSB programs with RPAA readiness and remediation ownership

Knowledge

Familiarity with blockchain analytics tools for forensic investigation

FATF guidelines, SEC, FINTRAC, FINCEN regulations, AML directives

Strong understanding of licensing, audits, regulatory frameworks, and compliance automation

Risk matrices and crypto transaction monitoring, including sanctions screening and KYC/CDD

Technology & Software

Elliptic (Crypto transaction monitoring & AML tools)

ComplyAdvantage (KYC/AML risk management)

Google Workplace

HubSpot

Certifications

Certified Anti‑Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Certified Cryptocurrency Compliance Specialist (CCCS)

Financial Crime and Compliance Certification (FCCC)

Optional: Blockchain Security & Compliance Certifications from institutions like ACAMS, ICA, CFCS

Working Conditions
This position involves prolonged periods of desk work, including sitting and computer use for extended hours. Minimal physical activity is required, though occasional movement such as walking to meetings or retrieving documents may occur. The work environment is a standard indoor office setting with consistent weekday hours.

Benefits
Once you’ve completed your probation period, you’ll unlock a benefits package designed to support your health, purpose, and growth. Enjoy extended health coverage:

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

Hiring Process
Our recruitment process is designed to identify top talent through a structured and thoughtful approach:

Step 1: Prescreening
We begin with an initial review of your application and a brief phone interview to assess qualifications, experience, and alignment with the role.

Step 2: Panel Interview
Shortlisted candidates are invited to a panel interview with team members from relevant teams. This stage focuses on soft skills.

Step 3: Executive Meeting
Finalists meet with a senior executive for a strategic conversation about vision, leadership, and long‑term potential within the organization.

Offer Conditions
All job offers extended are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of mandatory reference checks and a security background check.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Security and Investigations

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