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If you haveexcellent English communication skills and are ready to contributeto the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the placefor you. Are you ready to be part of the future? About the job: Weare seeking an experienced Head of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) tolead our compliance initiatives and develop robust anti-financialcrime strategies. This senior management position will play acritical role within the second line of defense, requiringinteraction with executive leaders, first-line defense managersoverseeing the onboarding processes, and third-line defenseauditors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experienceengaging with global regulators and a deep understanding ofanti-money laundering (AML), countering the financing of terrorism(CFT), counter-proliferation financing (CP), and sanctions. Thisrole requires a thorough knowledge of cryptocurrency regulations,global AML best practices, and AML investigative methodologies toensure our compliance framework meets regulatory requirements andindustry standards. Reporting Structure: This position will reportdirectly to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) and will oversee ateam of managers, including the Enhanced Due Diligence Lead and theData and Payments Lead. The incumbent will also work with theManager of Risk to analyze Quality Assurance (QA) outcomes and tointeract with third-party audits. Key Responsibilities: - Develop,implement, and maintain the AML/CFT/CP and Sanctions complianceprogram, ensuring alignment with international regulatoryrequirements and industry best practices. - Manage the EDD Lead andthe Payments and Data Lead, facilitating consultations on riskassessments related to customer onboarding, internalinvestigations, and suspicious activity reporting (SARs) -Supervise the team in the execution of tasks such as demarketingcustomers, freezing accounts and transfers, and managing ongoingmonitoring of accounts. - Train and develop team members on AMLrisk management, compliance obligations, and best practices inenhanced due diligence. - Serve as a senior managementrepresentative in discussions with executive leaders, presentingdata-driven insights and strategies to enhance the AML program. -Help compile and analyze data for internal and external reporting,ensuring accurate and timely communication of compliance metrics toexecutive leadership. - Interface with regulators during regulatoryexaminations, facilitating communication and ensuring compliancewith requests for information. - Collaborate with first-linedefense managers overseeing onboarding processes to ensureeffective risk management and compliance with AML policies. -Interface with the Head of Reg Tech to identify and implementtechnological solutions for case management, know your transaction(KYT), internal investigations, secondary market analysis, andtravel rule compliance, among other areas. - Oversee the EnhancedDue Diligence Lead, who is responsible for EDD processes,investigations, Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR), and periodicreviews of customers. - Supervise the Data and Payments Lead, whohandles payment processing and data retrieval for regulators,banking partners, auditors, and other third parties. - Provideoversight and guidance on anti-financial crime investigations,advising on suspicious activity reporting conducted by AMLanalysts.. - Engage with global regulatory bodies and lawenforcement agencies to ensure effective communication andcompliance with evolving regulations. - Monitor and analyze changesin global cryptocurrency regulations with the Regulatory andLicensing Team, adjusting policies and procedures accordingly tomitigate compliance risks. - Oversee enhanced due diligence (EDD)processes for high-risk customers, ensuring thorough assessmentsand appropriate risk mitigation strategies are in place. - Developand implement effective customer onboarding processes, ensuringcompliance with know your customer (KYC), customer due diligence(CDD) and AML regulations. - Oversee the EDD team’s use ofblockchain analysis tools to identify and investigate suspicioustransactions, enhancing the organization’s ability to detect andprevent financial crime. - Procuse training and awareness programsfor staff on AML/CFT compliance and best practices in thecryptocurrency space. - Strategize and recommend improvements tothe AML program based on industry trends, regulatory changes, andemerging risks. - Oversee AML investigations, ensuringcomprehensive SAR narratives are drafted and submitted inaccordance with regulatory requirements. - Oversee responses toglobal law enforcement requests and subpoenas. - Bachelor’s degreein finance, business, criminal justice, or a related field. -Advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS) arepreferred. - Minimum of 5 years of experience in AML, CFT, CP, andsanctions compliance, with experience in a cryptocurrency companyor traditional financial institution. - Strong understanding ofKYC, CIP, CDD, and EDD processes and best practices. - Demonstratedexperience in managing teams and training staff in AML riskmanagement. - Proven ability to conduct AML investigations andwrite clear, comprehensive SAR narratives. - Deep knowledge of theBank Secrecy Act, OFAC sanctions, and Fin CEN requirements. -Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with a strongattention to detail. - Strong interpersonal and communicationskills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues,regulators, and other stakeholders. - Ability to work independentlyand collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamicenvironment.