Cryptonow Austria is a core subsidiary of the Cryptonow Group, specializing in regulated digital asset services across Austria and the broader European market. Established in 2017, the company is dedicated to simplifying access to crypto-assets through secure, compliant, and user-friendly products and solutions.
The company’s product portfolio includes the unique Cryptonow Brokerage Platform and the widely recognized Cryptonow Crypto Gift Cards—offerings that have established new benchmarks in accessibility and ease of use for crypto-asset transactions.
Cryptonow envisions a financial future where access to digital assets is universal, secure, and inclusive. The company is actively driving this transformation by empowering individuals to participate in the decentralized economy with confidence. Its mission is clear: to unlock the full potential of crypto-assets and embed them as a trusted, regulated, and seamless part of everyday financial life.
As a financial institution regulated by the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA), Cryptonow Austria operates in strict alignment with national and European regulatory frameworks. The company maintains compliance standards to ensure operational integrity, safeguard client interests, and uphold the highest levels of financial governance.
Role Overview:
The Senior AML Compliance Analyst supports the AML Compliance Officer (AMLO) in ensuring Cryptonow’s compliance with Austrian and European legal requirements for the prevention of money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) with respect to Cryptonow’s Austrian business operations.
This position plays a critical role in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks, ensuring the company’s compliance with applicable AML regulations including the FMA Circular on internal organization and the Austrian Financial Markets Anti-Money Laundering Act (FM-GwG), and providing guidance to junior team members. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of AML frameworks, investigative expertise, and a proactive approach to risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform in-depth investigations of potentially suspicious transactions and customer activity.
- Assist in reviewing and documenting PEP and sanctions screening results, ensuring proper escalation and decision-making in alignment with the AML policy.
- Prepare, review and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Oversee and conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers.
- Review complex customer profiles and transaction monitoring alerts with a risk-based approach.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts; review and quality-check their work.
- Collaborate with internal departments (e.g. Legal, Risk, Operations) to address AML/CFT-related matters.
- Stay current with evolving AML/CFT regulations, sanctions and industry best practices.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of AML/CFT policies, procedures, risk assessments and reporting.
- Support regulatory audits and internal compliance reviews.
- Identify process improvements to enhance AML/CFT controls and efficiencies.
- Hands-On experience in Compliance / AML teams with relevant industry certifications and training are preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience in the financial industry, with a preference for experience in a regulated FMA CASP crypto- or banking industry.
- Knowledge of FMA Austria regulations, EU MiCAR, and AML/CFT/Sanctions requirements.
- Experience in assisting with the development and implementation of compliance programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and provide practical compliance solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and guide employees on compliance matters.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Fluency in German and English is required.
- A crucial role in a rapidly growing company with opportunities to contribute to its compliance strategy.
- The opportunity to work with innovative products in the exciting field of crypto and financial services.
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Access to industry-leading AML and compliance software tools to support your work.
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