Chief Compliance Officer

Overview

We are currently working with a leading global Digital Assets firm who are looking to expand their operations in Europe. They are currently seeking a Chief Compliance Officer & MLRO to lead their compliance strategy across the Netherlands. You’ll join a high-performance, collaborative team who can help grow the business at an exciting time. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior compliance professional to make a strategic impact within one of the most forward-thinking firms in the digital asset space.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the compliance strategy across Dutch and EU operations.
• Ensure full adherence to financial and data regulations including WWFT, MiCAR, MiFID/MiFIR, GDPR, and 6AMLD.
• Serve as the main liaison with regulators, notably the AFM.
• Oversee internal risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and policy development.
• Manage AML/CFT frameworks, due diligence processes, and transaction monitoring systems.
• Provide clear, practical regulatory guidance to senior stakeholders across multiple business lines.
• Drive compliance training, awareness, and cross-border alignment with global compliance teams.

Experience Required

• Significant experience in a compliance position within the Financial Services in the Netherlands
• Deep understanding of EU and Dutch regulatory frameworks, especially MiFID.
• Proven experience engaging with Dutch regulators and managing external audits.
• Strategic yet hands-on approach, with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Fluency in English; Dutch fluency strongly preferred.
• Experience in digital assets, blockchain, or high-growth financial environments would be advantageous
• Experience in Derivatives is essential; experience in managing compliance and regulatory risks in a trading/institutional banking environment
• Legal qualifications or familiarity with RegTech platforms would be beneficial.

For further information please apply today!