Deputy MLRO / AML Lead

Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. The Compliance team’s mission is to contribute to company wide cornerstones, security, transparency and regulation, on which we have built our business to bring safe and reliable access to crypto for all our customers. As a Deputy MLRO / AML Lead , you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of the AML/CFT framework of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe, ensuring full compliance with the relevant AML/CFT requirements stemming from our CASP and Payment Services activities. This role is based in our Luxembourg office, with in-person attendance expected 5 days per week. At Bitstamp by Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. What you’ll do Core Activities: Oversee the customer onboarding review and approval process for customers presenting higher risk of ML/TF of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe with the support of the AML Analyst team and the Compliance Operations team. Oversee the ongoing EDD review and approval process for customers of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe with the support of the AML Analyst team and the Compliance Operations team. Ensure timely and effective resolution of the escalations from the first line of defense on customer onboarding, transaction monitoring alerts, guidance requests and any other topic that requires Compliance review. Lead the daily Compliance Committee with the Chief Compliance Officer of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe to review and approve the account opening of customers presenting higher risk of ML/TF. Team Leading: Lead the AML Analyst team and participate actively in their recruitment, training, onboarding, and progress within the organization. Act as an ambassador for Compliance at Bitstamp by Robinhood. Process, Procedures and Policies: Deliver continuous improvement of AML/CFT policies and procedures, ensuring these are fit for purpose, meeting regulatory requirements and are updated and maintained. Work collaboratively with the Chief Compliance Officer of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe to ensure that the policy requirements pertaining to AML/CFT are addressed. Work collaboratively with the Compliance departments of all entities of Robinhood Crypto to ensure alignment of the compliance processes – where possible – and operational consistency across the locations. Actively engage with governing bodies, officers, and staff, sharing best practices and clarifying potential compliance concerns. Reporting: Undertake regular reporting on both a periodic and ad-hoc basis to both the Chief Compliance Officer and the Board of Directors of Bitstamp by Robinhood Europe, on the fulfillment of these responsibilities, the effectiveness of the overall AML/CFT program and progress of any AML-related projects that are being undertaken. Work collaboratively with the Chief Compliance Officer Europe on the periodic regulatory reporting, including preparation of the communication and presentation to the regulators on an ad-hoc basis. What you bring At least 8 years of relevant experience in the Regulatory Complia