DRW is hiring a
Digital Assets Compliance Officer in United Kingdom

Summary

The Digital Assets Compliance Officer will lead the planning, development, and implementation of DRW’s compliance program specific to digital asset trading. They will assist with regulatory projects related to strategic initiatives in the digital asset space and address day-to-day compliance questions. The officer is required to have extensive regulatory compliance experience, strong knowledge of U.S. and European digital asset legislation, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• 10+ years of regulatory compliance experience required
• Must have strong knowledge of U.S. regulatory regimes relevant to digital assets
• Must have a good understanding of existing and upcoming digital asset legislation in the UK and EU, including MiCAR
• Must possess a strong knowledge of financial markets and digital assets
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization
• Proven experience leading the implementation of key compliance initiatives
• Must have strong organizational and presentation skills and a professional demeanor
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree required

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development and implementation of firm’s compliance program specific to the needs of the firm’s digital asset trading
• Assist with the development and execution of compliance projects related to the firm’s strategic initiatives in the digital asset space
• Address day-to-day compliance-related questions regarding digital asset trades and trading strategies
• Track the evolving regulatory landscape within the digital assets industry; review and analyze global regulatory requirements and potential impact to the business in relevant jurisdictions
• Identify surveillance and reporting requirements across global jurisdictions and oversee the development and execution of related projects as needed
• Liaise with regulators and serve as regulatory point person for inquiries, examinations and audits
• Collaborate with legal and AML teams to detect, manage and mitigate compliance risks