Role in brief
Karta.io is looking for a Head Of Compliance to establish compliance operations focusing on AML/KYC and transaction monitoring in a fully remote role. Candidates with extensive compliance experience in FinTech and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements should apply.
About the role
As the Head Of Compliance at Karta.io, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive compliance operations within a FinTech platform that specializes in virtual cards and crypto infrastructure. Your expertise in AML, KYC, and transaction monitoring will be critical in ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across various markets.
You will work closely with banks, payment service providers, and regulatory bodies to build robust AML/KYC processes, analyze suspicious activities, and conduct risk assessments. The role requires a proactive approach to navigate uncertain conditions and contribute to the launch of new markets and products, all while working within a distributed team that values autonomy.
Skills that matter here
- AML: This role requires building and overseeing AML compliance processes.
- KYC: You will develop KYC procedures to ensure customer verification and compliance.
- risk management: You will design risk logic and manage transaction monitoring.
- transaction monitoring: This role involves analyzing transaction data for suspicious activities.
Who this role suits
- A professional with 5-8+ years of experience in compliance or risk management.
- Someone who has built or transformed compliance systems from scratch.
- A detail-oriented individual comfortable with ownership in uncertain environments.
- An effective communicator with a strong understanding of AML/KYC regulations.
From the employer
Responsibilities
- Build AML/KYC/KYB/CTF processes and transaction monitoring
- Analyze suspicious activity/fraud/chargebacks/abuse cases
- Work with banks, PSPs, crypto partners, and regulators
- Conduct sanctions screening (OFAC/EU/UK) and risk assessment
- Participate in launching new markets and products
- Work with Sumsub/Onfido, Chainalysis/TRM Labs/Elliptic
Requirements
- 5–8+ years in Compliance / AML / risk
- Built or transformed a compliance system from scratch
- Designed risk logic and transaction monitoring
- Deep understanding of AML/KYC/KYB/sanctions (WW/EU/UK)
- Understanding of payment flows (cards/PSP) and basic crypto flows
- Experience working with banks and payment providers
- Comfortable taking ownership in uncertain conditions
- English from B2+
Conditions
- Format: fully remote, GMT+3—GMT+8
- Payment: market-level, in USDT or $ — to be discussed in the meeting
Questions about this role
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a fully remote position.
What are the requirements for this role?
Candidates should have extensive experience in compliance, particularly in AML/KYC, and a deep understanding of payment flows.
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