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Openbank

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Legal
  • Madrid

AI generated summary

  • You should have 5+ years in compliance in digital assets or financial services, a Law degree, strong English skills, and knowledge of crypto and blockchain. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
  • You will lead MiCA compliance efforts, support policy adaptation, advise agents on cryptoassets, manage due diligence, monitor regulatory changes, handle audits, and define training plans.

Requirements

  • Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a compliance role within Digital assets, financial services, fintech or banking.
  • Degree in Law or double degree in Business Administration/Economics and Law or a related field.
  • Complementary education or certification in Compliance and Digital Assets would be a plus.
  • Good command of written and spoken English is a requirement.
  • Full Microsoft Office (Excel, World, PowerPoint) and Outlook skills.
  • Well organized and able to adapt to work environment and new challenges, proactive with good communication and team working skills, discreet and ethical, problem solving with demonstrable initiative and easiness to learn.
  • Depth knowledge of the crypto assets industry.
  • Previous experience in dealing with cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies would be a big plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the bank's efforts in preparing for compliance with the MiCA regulation.
  • Assist in preparation of licence/registration applications, including playing a key role in in MiCA application.
  • Adapt and develop, where applicable, corporate and local policies, as well as compliance procedures related to cryptoassets and digital assets activity.
  • Support and advise front-line agents on matters relating to cryptoassets and digital assets to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (including MiCA), investor conduct and protection standards, as well as supervisory expectations in the sale of cryptoassets.
  • Participate in the design and review of contracting flows in the different channels, to ensure that they always comply with the internal and external regulations in force.
  • Manage local approval and subsequent corporate validation of new cryptoassets and digital assets activity before its launch, as well as subsequent modifications in the corresponding forums, in accordance with the provisions of the New Product Approval Policy and its implementing regulations.
  • Coordinate and manage due diligence on digital custody and broker providers, as well as their annual re-evaluations. Monitor regulatory developments and manage the implementation of the corresponding modifications.
  • Monitor the evolution of the activity on cryptoassets, ensuring that it meets the needs of the defined target market and continues to be aligned with the corporate and regulatory criteria, adopting, if not, the corresponding corrective measures. Monitoring and follow-up covers, among others, the following elements: investor protection, conflicts of interest, safeguarding, order execution, market abuse and token governance.
  • Prepare follow-up reports and report their content to local and corporate governance bodies, with the corresponding periodicity.
  • Monitor regulatory developments on cryptoassets and manage the implementation of the corresponding modifications.
  • Attend to and manage the inspection activities/response to the requirements received from supervisory bodies and coordinate with the areas the implementation, where appropriate, of the corresponding corrective measures.
  • Assist in internal audits on cryptoassets and digital assets, follow up on recommendations issued, where applicable, and pursue and ensure their implementation.
  • Follow up on customer complaints regarding cryptoasset or digital asset products and support the definition of action plans to reduce the most frequent causes of complaints.
  • Define training plans on cryptoassets and monitor their execution.

FAQs

What is the main mission of the Crypto Regulatory Compliance Officer at Openbank?

The main mission is to ensure compliance with the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and to support the compliance team in all monitoring and compliance tasks related to crypto asset service providers.

What are the key responsibilities of the Crypto Regulatory Compliance Officer?

Key responsibilities include leading the bank's efforts in compliance with MiCA regulation, preparing licence applications, developing compliance procedures, advising on cryptoasset matters, managing due diligence on service providers, and preparing follow-up reports for governance bodies.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a compliance role related to digital assets, a degree in Law or a related field, and good command of written and spoken English.

Is experience with cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies important for this role?

Yes, previous experience dealing with cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies would be considered a significant advantage.

What type of work environment can the successful candidate expect?

The successful candidate can expect a dynamic and agile work environment that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and the opportunity for professional growth within a digital banking context.

Are there opportunities for growth within the company?

Yes, Openbank offers possibilities for growth within the company and the Santander Group, along with collaboration in international projects.

Is there a training plan for new employees in this position?

Yes, the role includes defining training plans on cryptoassets and monitoring their execution.

What benefits does Openbank offer?

Openbank offers competitive remuneration, an attractive benefits package, excellent work environment, social clubs, and frequent events.

Is knowledge of regulatory developments on cryptoassets required?

Yes, depth knowledge of the crypto assets industry and the ability to monitor and implement regulatory changes is essential for the role.

What is the company's stance on equal opportunity employment?

Openbank is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants equally without discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, political orientation, union membership, or disability status.

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Openbank

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1995
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Openbank is a digital-only bank based in Spain, offering a range of online banking services including savings accounts, loans, and investment products. Its ultimate mission is to provide innovative, user-friendly financial solutions with a focus on transparency and accessibility. The company's purpose is to revolutionise banking through advanced technology and a customer-centric approach, ensuring a seamless and efficient banking experience for its users.