Compliance Operations Expert
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Compliance Solution Consultant / Compliance Solution Operations professional to design and implement the compliance framework for global fiat on-ramp and off-ramp payment solutions. This role bridges compliance, legal, and product operations, focusing on building compliant, scalable models that integrate both traditional payment infrastructures and crypto-stablecoin settlement mechanisms.
The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in global payment compliance, cross-border settlement frameworks, and crypto-financial regulations, with a strong ability to translate compliance requirements into practical business and product solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Compliance Framework & Infrastructure Design
Develop and implement a compliance framework for fiat on/off-ramp and payment products that aligns with regulatory requirements across EU, LATAM, and MENA.
Design compliance-ready payment and settlement models, combining stablecoins with traditional financial systems.
Build and maintain documentation including policies, business models, SOPs, and risk assessment frameworks that support product launches and ongoing operations.
2. Regulatory Strategy & License Application
Support and coordinate license applications (e.g., EMI, PSP, SVF, CASP, MiCAR, or equivalent) by preparing operational, compliance, and product-related documentation.
Work directly with legal and compliance counsel to ensure regulatory filings meet jurisdictional standards.
Liaise with regulators and external legal advisors to clarify and align requirements for cross-border settlements and stablecoin integration.
3. Product & Partner Compliance Enablement
Advise product, engineering, and operations teams on compliance implications of new features and guide them in adapting product flows accordingly.
Identify and structure partnerships with banks, PSPs, stablecoin issuers, and payment networks that meet compliance and operational standards.
Collaborate with internal teams to establish secure and auditable fund flow designs, including user KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, and reporting processes.
4. Global & Cross-Border Solution Development
Design compliance-compatible solutions for cross-border payment settlement, including hybrid crypto-fiat systems.
Develop region-specific compliance solutions, accounting for regulatory, banking, and FX environments in the EU, LATAM, and MENA regions.
Support the creation of global policy templates and partner onboarding guidelines that ensure consistent compliance execution across jurisdictions.
Candidate Profile:
Core Background
5~10 years of professional experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory operations within payments, fintech, or crypto industries.
Proven track record of building or scaling compliance frameworks for global payment solutions or financial institutions.
Experience engaging with regulators and supporting license applications (EMI, PSP, SVF, CASP, MiCAR, etc.) across multiple jurisdictions
Technical & Functional Expertise
Strong understanding of fiat payment infrastructures, including card settlement, bank transfers, and e-money frameworks.
Familiarity with crypto compliance frameworks, including VASP, stablecoin, and blockchain-based financial products.
Hands-on experience designing payment fund flows, operational policies, and internal control systems.
Deep knowledge of AML/CFT, KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, and risk reporting requirements.
Preferred Regional Exposure
Direct working experience in one or more of the following regions:
EU: Familiarity with MiCAR, PSD2, or MiFID frameworks.
LATAM: Understanding of local payment ecosystems (e.g., PIX, SPEI) and crypto compliance approaches.
MENA: Awareness of regional PSP/SVF frameworks and stablecoin regulatory approaches.
Soft Skills & Competencies
Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented mindset — capable of balancing compliance rigor with business agility.
Strong cross-functional leadership: able to collaborate effectively with product, legal, engineering, and BD teams.
Exceptional communication skills, capable of presenting complex regulatory ideas in clear, actionable business terms.
High integrity, analytical mindset, and a global outlook toward compliance innovation.