About the company
Gemini is a regulated cryptocurrency exchange, wallet, and custodian that makes it simple and secure to buy bitcoin, ether, and other cryptocurrencies.
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
šOversee GeminiĆ¢ĀĀs UK compliance programme šMaintain a strong working knowledge of the regulatory requirements and ensure any developments and changes are incorporated into procedures and practices as appropriate šLiaise with the FCA, maintaining an effective and open relationship with the regulator and managing all regulatory inquiries and reviews, including reporting and notification matters, in collaboration with GeminiĆ¢ĀĀs UK leadership šTrack new or revised regulations and implement internal procedures and processes to ensure compliance for the commercial activities of Gemini šProvide regulatory training to relevant staff on regulatory and legislative requirements and the maintenance of training records šReview, assess and enhance compliance policies and procedures and the compliance monitoring programme to reflect regulatory developments and best practices šTimely and proactively escalate issues resulting from compliance monitoring, resolution tracking and management/board reporting šEnsure maintenance of accurate records and details to prepare effective management and board reports šProactively cooperate with other functions and key stakeholders to ensure that company objectives are achieved, even when these lie outside usual areas of responsibility šReview technical publications, articles, and abstracts to stay abreast of technical developments in the industry and monitor evolving developments to continually update and improve regulatory processes and frameworks in the region
Qualifications:
šPrior compliance experience in an executive capacity for a UK regulated entity with a minimum of 12+ years compliance experience in technology platforms such as e-commerce, payment services, wider financial services, credit cards or global transaction services and exchanges šProven experience gained within a relevant, regulated financial services organization and a strong understanding of relevant products and services, including current knowledge of their regulatory requirements šOutstanding interpersonal skills and relationship building abilities šThe experience, confidence and stature to make a strong impact at all levels of the organization as well as to liaise effectively and proactively with regulators šA tech-savvy, curious and innovative professional and team player with the proven ability todevelop and run an effective compliance program in an energetic, pragmatic, flexible andprofessional manner šA proven track record of successfully advising, influencing and representing an internationalcompany with complex regulatory and legal matters; legal background is a plus šAbility to proactively analyse relevant business drivers and strategies with senior managementand colleagues to put in place appropriate processes and controls