Vice President of Sanctions & Financial Crime Intelligence

About the Company: Rapid-growing cryptocurrency exchange Industry Internet Type Privately Held Founded 2016 Employees 1001-5000 Categories Technology Internet Financial Services Mobile Specialtiesblockchaincryptocurrencyfxand mobile payments

About the Role: The Company is in search of a Vice President of Sanctions and Financial Crime Intelligence to lead the modernization and scalability of its compliance program. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing sanctions controls, driving operational effectiveness, and providing robust oversight of financial crime risks. This critical leadership role involves spearheading the strategic design and implementation of automation and advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency. The VP will also be at the forefront of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating external threats, and will serve as a key point of contact for law enforcement and industry engagement. Applicants must have a minimum of 7 years' of senior-level experience in sanctions and financial crimes compliance, with a strong preference for those with a background in top-tier crypto exchanges, digital asset fintechs, or complex global financial institutions. The role requires expertise in US and Canadian sanctions and AML regulatory regimes, as well as hands-on experience in AML and sanctions risk assessments and regulatory remediation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital assets, blockchain analytics, and the implementation of on-chain sanctions controls. Professional certifications such as CAMS, CGSS, CFE, or specialized blockchain compliance certifications are strongly preferred. The VP will be expected to have exceptional executive presence, the ability to communicate complex regulatory concepts, and a history of successful management of inquiries from banking partners, regulators, and law enforcement agencies. Hiring Manager Title Head of Financial Crimes Functions Legal Data Management/Analytics