Deputy BSA & Sanctions Officer - Blockchain

**Blockchain** is connecting the world to the future of finance. As the most trusted and fastest-growing global crypto company, it helps millions of people worldwide safely access cryptocurrency. Since its inception in 2011, Blockchain has earned the trust of over 90 million wallet holders and more than 40 million verified users, facilitating over $1 trillion in crypto transactions.

## WHAT YOU WILL DO - Support the BSA Officer in the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of a comprehensive BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program aligned with U.S. regulatory expectations and global best practices. - Oversee and manage key components of the BSA/AML and Sanctions program, including transaction monitoring, investigations, data validation, reporting, and recordkeeping functions, ensuring operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance. - Lead and execute the annual BSA/AML and OFAC risk assessment process, including risk identification, control evaluation, and documentation of findings with clear recommendations. - Own and maintain BSA/AML and Sanctions policies, procedures, and related documentation, ensuring they remain current, effective, and aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and business activities. - Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across the financial crimes compliance program and drive continuous improvement initiatives. - Oversee enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes, including identification, review, and periodic reassessment of high-risk customers, ensuring appropriate documentation and ongoing monitoring. - Ensure the timely and accurate filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with FinCEN and OFAC-related reporting obligations, including Voluntary Self-Disclosures (VSDs), as required. - Provide oversight and guidance on complex investigations and case decisions, ensuring consistent application of risk-based judgment. - Develop and deliver key risk indicators (KRIs), metrics, and management reporting to senior leadership, providing transparency into program performance and control effectiveness. - Partner cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to embed financial crimes compliance requirements into business processes and product development. - Lead preparation for and response to regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries, acting as a key point of contact for regulators. - Own and manage the global policy and procedure governance framework, including coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely updates and consistency across jurisdictions. - Drive issue management processes, including tracking, remediation, and reporting of audit findings, regulatory issues, and internal control gaps. - Oversee and coordinate state licensing compliance efforts, including Money Transmitter License (MTL) reporting obligations. - Respond to and support banking partner due diligence (DD) requests, ensuring timely, accurate, and comprehensive information is provided to maintain strong partner relationships. - Support the BSA Officer in reviewing new products, features, and business initiatives to ensure appropriate BSA/AML and Sanctions controls are designed and implemented prior to launch. - Lead and execute strategic initiatives and special projects related to financial crimes compliance, systems, and operational scalability.

## WHAT YOU WILL NEED ### Required - Above all, integrity — the foundation for every role at Blockchain.com. - 6+ years of experience in BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance, including program management and regulatory engagement. - Strong working knowledge of U.S. BSA/AML regulations, OFAC requirements, and financial crimes compliance frameworks. - Demonstrated ability to operate independently, take ownership of complex initiatives, and drive programs forward with minimal oversight. - Experience overseeing investigations, SAR filings, and regulatory reporting obligations. - Strong understanding of risk assessments, control design, and program governance. - Proven experience managing regulatory exams, audits, and remediation efforts. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and make sound, defensible decisions. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior management and regulators. - Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across business, product, and engineering teams. - Highly organized with strong project management capabilities and attention to detail. ### Preferred - Experience in fintech, digital assets, or high-growth regulated environments. - Prior experience as a BSA Officer, Deputy BSA Officer, or equivalent leadership role. - Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening tools, and case management platforms. - CAMS, CGSS, or other relevant financial crimes certifications. - Experience managing global or multi-jurisdictional compliance programs.

## COMPENSATION & PERKS - Full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company. - Hybrid model (remote & on-site setup is mandatory). - Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it. - Apple equipment. - The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field. - Flexible work culture.

Blockchain.com is a leading cryptocurrency wallet provider, exchange, and finance platform serving retail and institutional users worldwide. It offers trading, wallet, payment services, and infrastructure like blockchain explorers, having facilitated over $1 trillion in transactions and supporting over 90 million wallets. The company originated as a Bitcoin tracking tool and has expanded into a comprehensive crypto ecosystem.