Vice President of Sanctions and Financial Crimes Intelligence
About This Role
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of compliance within one of the most dynamic sectors in web3 and digital assets. As Vice President of Sanctions and Financial Crimes Intelligence, you'll lead the modernization of sanctions controls through automation and advanced analytics, while building a scalable intelligence framework that protects our decentralized ecosystem from emerging threats. Reporting to the Head of Financial Crimes, you'll be at the forefront of safeguarding both our users and the integrity of the broader crypto industry.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead and oversee sanctions compliance programs across North American entities operating within the blockchain and DeFi space
Architect and implement automation-driven solutions to scale financial crimes intelligence operations
Identify, investigate, and mitigate external threats targeting the platform, including sanctions evasion and illicit crypto activity
Partner with law enforcement, regulatory bodies, and industry intelligence networks to strengthen collective defense against financial crime
Deliver actionable intelligence reports that inform risk mitigation strategies across smart contract platforms and digital asset products
Drive continuous improvement of compliance frameworks to keep pace with evolving distributed ledger technologies and regulatory expectations
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in sanctions compliance, financial crimes intelligence, or related regulatory fields, ideally within crypto, fintech, or blockchain environments
Proven leadership experience building and scaling compliance programs in fast-paced, high-growth organizations
Deep understanding of global sanctions regimes, AML frameworks, and financial crime typologies relevant to digital assets
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex intelligence into clear, actionable strategy
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience liaising with law enforcement and regulators
Demonstrated ability to lead automation initiatives that modernize traditional compliance operations
Bonus Points
Familiarity with blockchain analytics tools and on-chain investigation techniques
Prior experience working directly within a crypto, web3, or decentralized finance organization
Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFE, or CSS
Experience designing intelligence-sharing partnerships across the digital asset ecosystem
Why Join Us
Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives
Fully remote, flexible work environment within a global, innovation-driven team
The chance to directly influence the security and integrity of a leading blockchain platform
Continuous learning opportunities at the cutting edge of crypto compliance and distributed systems innovation
Requirements
Responsibilities: Automation & Operational Scaling: Champion and spearhead the strategic design, implementation, and optimization of automation, machine learning, and workflow technologies across all core compliance processes to drive operational efficiency and scalability. Sanctions Controls and Reporting: Oversee the implementation, tuning, and ongoing maintenance of on-chain sanction controls. Manage all sanctions blocked-property processes, ensuring rigorous compliance with OFAC regulations and timely submission of Blocked Property Reports (BPRs). Risk Assessment and Remediation: Responsible for managing and conducting the AML and Sanctions risk assessment for the Northamerican entities adhering to empirical methodologies to evaluate inherent risk, control effectiveness and residual risk. Lead and manage complex regulatory remediation efforts, ensuring audit and examination findings are tracked, addressed, and closed effectively. Digital Asset Intelligence: Direct the AML and sanctions due diligence processes for all new token listings, ensuring comprehensive risk evaluations are completed prior to supporting new digital assets on the platform. External Threat Intelligence & Industry Referrals: Lead OSINT/Media Monitoring and industry threat-sharing platforms to identify emerging financial crime trends. Law Enforcement & Industry Engagement: Serve as the primary executive point of contact for law enforcement and 314(b) information-sharing initiatives, review/approve 314(b) requests and coordinate active participation in law enforcement sprints and operations. Regulatory Reporting & Governance: Manage responses to SAR supporting documentation requests, draft executive Board Reports for Northamerican entities, and provide other ad hoc updates. Requirements: 7+ years of progressive, senior-level experience in Sanctions, and Financial Crimes Compliance, ideally within top-tier crypto exchanges, digital asset fintechs, or complex global financial institutions. Strong working knowledge of US and Canadian sanctions and AML regulatory regimes. Hands-on experience leading AML/Sanctions risk assessments and driving significant regulatory remediation programs. Expertise in digital assets, blockchain analytics, token listing due diligence frameworks, and the implementation of on-chain sanctions controls. Demonstrated capability to spearhead workflow automation and integrate cutting-edge compliance technologies (e.g., AI/ML tools, advanced case management systems) to optimize operations. Established history of successfully managing and responding to inquiries from tier-1 banking partners, global regulators, and law enforcement agencies. Exceptional executive presence, with the ability to communicate complex, highly technical regulatory concepts to executives and non-technical stakeholders. Professional certifications such as CAMS, CGSS, CFE, or specialized blockchain compliance certifications (e.g., CCAS) are strongly preferred.
About Crypto Finance
Crypto Finance AG is a dynamic technology firm based in Hessen, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, dedicated to developing robust and innovative solutions that drive progress in the tech landscape. Our mission is to build reliable, high-performance systems that empower businesses and individuals with cutting-edge tools and services. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, fostering an environment where ingenuity and problem-solving are at the forefront of our daily work. Our culture at Crypto Finance AG is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and lead to better outcomes. Our team thrives in a challenging yet supportive atmosphere, where every voice is heard, and contributions are valued. We champion a work-life balance, encouraging our employees to develop both professionally and personally within our vibrant Frankfurt community. Joining Crypto Finance AG means becoming part of a forward-thinking team with ample opportunities for career growth and impact. With 106 open positions, we are rapidly expanding and looking for talented individuals who are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant difference. If you're ready to contribute to impactful projects and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment in Frankfurt am Main, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Crypto Finance's official website and follow their application process.