Crypto Compliance Officer – Monitoring

Join Swissquote's Compliance Department as a Crypto Compliance Officer in the Monitoring Team. You will review and validate digital asset transactions from an AML/CTF perspective, perform blockchain investigations, assess clients' Source of Funds and Source of Wealth, and escalate suspicious activities to relevant teams. You'll also contribute to regulatory projects, maintain internal policies, and support other compliance staff.

What you'll do

• Review and validate digital asset deposits and withdrawals from an AML/CTF standpoint, in accordance with the Bank's delegation framework
• Perform crypto due diligence and blockchain investigations, including analysis of monitoring alerts, wallets, counterparties and exposure to high-risk activities
• Assess and document clients' digital asset-related Source of Funds and Source of Wealth
• Identify and escalate potentially suspicious activities and sanctions-related exposure to the relevant Compliance teams
• Participate in key regulatory projects related to digital assets and contribute to the optimization of internal processes and guidelines
• Draft, review, and maintain internal policies, procedures, and guidelines related to digital assets and crypto-related activities
• Provide training and support to new employees on operational processes, and deliver guidance to Compliance teams on the effective use of digital tools and systems
• Respond to inquiries and information requests from regulatory authorities, counterparties, and FINMA regarding digital assets, cryptocurrency-related matters, and associated compliance topics

What you bring

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Law or Economics, or proven relevant experience in AML/CTF compliance, including digital assets
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position within a financial institution or in an AML/CTF compliance role related to digital assets
• Proven experience in blockchain analysis, crypto due diligence, Source of Funds and Source of Wealth assessments, with a strong understanding of related financial crime risks
• Experience with blockchain analytics tools such as Lukka, TRM Labs, Chainalysis or equivalent solutions
• Knowledge of Swiss AML laws, including AMLA, AMLO-FINMA and CDB, and other applicable regulations
• Excellent command of English and French
• An analytical and methodological approach, with strong writing and documentation skills
• The ability to multitask and work under pressure

Nice to have

• Additional languages beyond English and French

About Swissquote

Swissquote is Switzerland's leading digital bank with over 1,400 employees across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, serving over a million clients worldwide. The bank provides trading, investing and everyday banking solutions, operating with a flat hierarchy and a culture that values both individual achievement and team collaboration.