Associate/Vice President, Compliance (APAC)

Who We Are:

At Galaxy we are building products and services to help the world invest in economic progress. We believe crypto and blockchain innovations will permeate and improve all aspects of our global economy. Our vision is a society where value and ownership flow as freely as information. Galaxy is a digital asset and blockchain leader helping institutions, startups, and individuals access and navigate the crypto economy. As one of the most well-capitalized and trusted companies in the industry, we provide platform solutions custom-made for a digitally native ecosystem across three complementary operating businesses: Global Markets, Asset Management, and Digital Infrastructure Solutions. Our offerings include, amongst others, trading, lending, strategic advisory services, institutional-grade investment solutions across passive, active and venture strategies, proprietary bitcoin mining and hosting services, network validator services, and the development of enterprise custodial technology. Galaxy’s CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz leads a team of crypto enthusiasts, and institutional veterans focused on the future of finance and Web3. The Company is headquartered in New York City, with global offices across North America, Europe and Asia.

Additional information about the Company's businesses and products is available on www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are:

Galaxy Digital’s Hong Kong team form the cornerstone of our APAC operations. As the world of digital assets continues to grow, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve including taking a pro-active posture towards the developing legal and compliance landscape. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Compliance team member to join our growing Legal & Compliance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with Compliance matters for our regional business lines and play a crucial role in ensuring our firm's compliance with global laws, regulations & standards and industry best practices. This is an in-person role and reports to the Head of Compliance APAC.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist on local compliance & financial crime compliance, governance and other matters.
• Assist with the end-to-end AML/KYC onboarding process and enhance the KYC refresh process. Ensure appropriate adherence to CDD, EDD and Transaction Monitoring processes while providing a positive experience for clients.
• Assist in implementation of AML, Sanctions and ABC procedures and recommend improvements based on regulations and industry practices that correspond to the Company's business model.
• Develop, maintain and undertake our Compliance Monitoring Program of the firm's activities to identify potential risks and develop appropriate mitigating measures. Including to reflect developing regulatory guidance and industry best practices.
• Continuously monitor and analyse APAC regulatory developments in the crypto & digital asset space and make recommendations on necessary enhancements to the firm's compliance framework.
• Collaborate across departments to develop and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure a coordinated approach to compliance.
• Maintain ongoing risk assessments and 2nd LoD audits of the firm's activities to identify potential compliance gaps and mitigate risks.
• Provide ongoing training and guidance to employees on compliance matters to ensure a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Be a standard-bearer for a positive compliance & legal culture and work with the business to achieve best-in-class compliance & legal outcomes.
• Prepare and submit regular and ad hoc compliance reports to senior management, regulators, and other appropriate stakeholders as required.
• Support with SFC regulatory enquiries, onsite inspections and other regulatory authorities on relevant matters.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law or other advanced degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, CFE) is highly desirable.
• Experience in compliance & financial crime compliance or regulatory affairs. A minimum of 4 years of experience in front office compliance or compliance advisory with some experience in digital assets.
• An understanding of HK SFC and SG MAS regulatory frameworks in relation to cryptoassets. Knowledge of other relevant international regulatory frameworks (UAE, US, FATF) preferable.
• Demonstrable experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance policies and procedures in a complex, fast-paced environment including through periods of regulatory change.
• Experience conducting end-to-end KYC onboarding reviews including EDD, and Transaction Monitoring experience.
• Experience handling regulatory requests for information and regulatory responses.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks governing the cross-border distribution of financial products within the APAC region.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology, digital assets, and the cryptoasset ecosystem.
• Experience in drafting regulatory and compliance policy is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts to a diverse audience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• A commitment to ethical behaviour, integrity, and confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information.
• Spoken and written languages: Fluent in English, Proficient in Chinese is a nice to have.

Bonus Points:

• Experience in risk management.
• Experience with AML/KYC requirements and the onboarding of clients and investors to regulated entities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary, bonus.
• Competitive paid time off.
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Free virtual coaching sessions through Ginger.
• Free daily snacks in-office.
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues.

*Benefits may vary depending on location.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact  

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