Managing the KYC process for grants made by the Optimism Collective, including conducting enhanced due diligence and periodic reviews, and working with, and managing, vendors.
Helping implement internal policies and monitoring and documenting compliance issues that might arise.
Working cross-functionally with teams across the Optimism Collective to address compliance related issues.
Identifying procedural inefficiencies and helping develop and drive process improvements, including implementing proactive solutions to prevent recurring questions.
Whatever else the job demands. Optimism is a scrappy startup in a changing, competitive, global ecosystem. No two days are the same and constant adaptation is key.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Minimum 4+ years of experience in a compliance role (ideally in fintech, financial services, or a money services business); 2+ years of experience in crypto / web 3.
Strong knowledge of economic sanctions and BSA/AML/OFAC/FinCEN requirements and regulations.
Knowledge of crypto / web3 industry.
Self-starter, problem solver, project manager, and collaborator.
Ability to work independently and work with team members of all levels in a fast-paced organization.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong attention to detail.
ACAMS crypto certification for KYC strongly preferred.