Head of Custody & Compliance.

GoMining

11d • $7,000

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Head of Custody & Compliance to lead and develop digital asset custody, compliance infrastructure, and financial operations. The role requires hands-on experience in crypto custody, AML/KYC, transaction monitoring, and digital asset operations, along with the ability to build these systems at scale while balancing regulatory requirements, security, and customer experience.

This is a leadership opportunity to take ownership of a business direction beyond traditional compliance management. The Head of Custody & Compliance will work closely with engineering, product, legal, and executive teams to build secure, efficient, and scalable financial infrastructure.

Requirements

• Strong professional background in crypto custody, compliance, AML/KYC, or digital asset operations.
• Experience working in a cryptocurrency exchange, custody provider, crypto wallet, digital asset platform, or crypto-focused financial institution.
• Deep understanding of AML/KYC, transaction monitoring, Travel Rule, and crypto compliance processes.
• Practical experience with custody infrastructure and digital asset transaction flows.
• Experience working with custody, compliance, or blockchain infrastructure providers.
• Proven ability to build, manage, and optimize operational processes.
• Experience leading teams or complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong understanding of operational and regulatory risks in the crypto industry.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Fireblocks, Copper, BitGo, or similar custody solutions.
• Experience with Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Sumsub, or similar compliance platforms.
• Experience managing product development or working closely with engineering teams.
• Understanding of product metrics, customer conversion, and business economics.
• Experience scaling custody or compliance infrastructure in a fast-growing crypto company.
• Previous experience as Head of Compliance, Head of Custody, Head of Crypto Operations, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop custody infrastructure and digital asset operations.
• Oversee cryptocurrency deposits, withdrawals, and transaction processing.
• Manage relationships with custody providers such as Fireblocks, Copper, BitGo, and similar platforms.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of digital asset operations.
• Identify and resolve operational risks, bottlenecks, and critical incidents.
• Lead the operational implementation of KYC, AML, and Travel Rule requirements.
• Develop and optimize customer verification and transaction monitoring processes.
• Build compliance workflows, including case management, escalation procedures, and operational controls.
• Improve compliance efficiency through automation and technology.
• Work with Legal, Risk, and compliance stakeholders to ensure regulatory requirements are properly implemented.
• Develop and improve fraud detection and prevention processes.
• Oversee transaction monitoring and suspicious activity detection.
• Reduce fraud exposure while minimizing unnecessary restrictions for legitimate customers.
• Monitor operational risks and continuously improve internal controls.
• Manage relationships with custody, KYC, AML, and blockchain infrastructure providers.
• Evaluate and select technology solutions.
• Negotiate commercial terms and service agreements.
• Work with engineering teams on integrations and infrastructure improvements.
• Lead the Custody & Compliance direction and its operational development.
• Manage priorities, resources, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to improve existing solutions.
• Define and monitor operational performance metrics.
• Contribute to product strategy and business decisions related to custody and compliance.
• Work directly with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Benefits

• Support for courses, conferences, and English learning, with up to 100% coverage.
• Remote or hybrid work format with flexible hours across international teams.
• Up to 20 vacation days, 8 company holidays, and 5 personal days per year.
• Structured performance reviews and team awards.
• Team retreats in international locations, including company apartments in Cyprus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed