Job Description

Our Client is an innovative stablecoin startup expanding its operations to Luxembourg. As one of the first hires in Luxembourg, you will play a crucial role in setting up the office by ensuring regulatory compliance in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector while establishing and managing financial operations.

Join them in building a compliant and innovative stablecoin company at the forefront of the digital asset revolution.

Authorised Manager – Compliance / Finance

Your areas of responsibility:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the institution’s operations, ensuring effectiveness, soundness, and prudence.
• Ensure activities align with the institution’s strategies, guiding principles, and applicable Luxembourg and European regulations.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and procedures to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Implement and maintain robust compliance policies and procedures, including AML and CTF measures.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and monitor compliance risks related to stablecoin operations.
• Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with local accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Critically assess proposals and information for decision-making, ensuring alignment with long-term financial interests.
• Monitor and manage risks, implementing mitigation strategies to protect financial health.
• Maintain solvency and liquidity in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Foster a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the institution.
• Aligning local operations with the company’s global finance strategy.
• Provide financial insights to the board of directors for informed decision-making.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and stakeholders to ensure transparency and compliance.
• Provide leadership and direction to the management team, setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Report to the Competent Authority and the board of directors.

Your profile:

• At least 8-10 years of experience in financial services, with senior management experience in a financial institution (preferably an electronic money institution).
• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the financial regulatory environment in Luxembourg and experience dealing with regulatory bodies.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance requirements and ability to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
• Solid background in finance, accounting, and investment management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English is required, French or German is a plus.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strong risk management capabilities with a proven track record in strategic decision-making.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and direct a team.
• Critical thinker with a constructive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Could this be the right opportunity for you? Please do not hesitate to send your CV to David Kitzinger at david.kitzinger@andersonwise.com to be considered for this recruitment process.

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