Title: QA Role in the Senior Compliance Department
Kraken, a leading crypto-focused company with a global team of over 70 countries and 50 languages, is seeking a new team member for its Core Compliance Team. This team plays a critical role in maintaining the company’s integrity by ensuring compliance with evolving regulations in the dynamic cryptocurrency industry.
Key Responsibilities
The Core Compliance Team member will support continuous improvement efforts and process enhancements based on QA observations. They will report to the Global Head of Core Compliance and must cross-over at least partially with US timezones. The role requires exceptional ownership of deliverables and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
The Core Compliance Team member will conduct QA reviews, develop and refine QA and Compliance testing programs, analyze quality performance data, and contribute to QA MI reporting and Observation & Recommendation reports. They will also manage the FIU QA program from start to finish, including maintaining, updating, and executing it across various compliance functions.
Qualifications
Kraken is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Candidates for the Core Compliance Team should have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably in a QA, Audit, BSA/AML, or Compliance Testing role (Crypto or regulatory experience is a plus). They should have a strong analytical mindset, capable of reviewing structured and unstructured data from varied case and transaction systems.
The ideal candidate should be comfortable with managing multiple projects and priorities with frequent context switching, and should be familiar with QA testing frameworks, risk-based sampling, and audit procedures in compliance environments. They should have high attention to detail with strong presentation writing and documentation skills.
Work Environment
The Core Compliance Team member will work remotely and should be comfortable with this arrangement. Kraken encourages applicants who are passionate or knowledgeable about crypto to apply for roles where they don't fully meet the listed requirements. The job posting does not specify an application deadline.
Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support. The Core Compliance Team serves as a strategic partner to the business in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risk. They deliver insights that help anticipate emerging threats, enhance resilience, and enable sustainable growth.
Application Process
To apply for the job, applicants can follow the links provided in the job posting to Kraken's Twitter, LinkedIn, and blog. They are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Kraken considers qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on their team.
Conclusion
The Core Compliance Team at Kraken focuses on governance, risk, and oversight. They play a vital role in promoting a culture of compliance and quality assurance across all operational workflows. If you are a compliance professional with a passion for crypto and a desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
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- Aspiring team members at Kraken, a leading crypto-focused company, can apply for a role within the Core Compliance Team, which plays a critical part in maintaining the company's integrity by ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
- The job requires a candidate with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably in a QA, Audit, BSA/AML, or Compliance Testing role, and they should have a strong analytical mindset, familiarity with QA testing frameworks, risk-based sampling, and audit procedures in compliance environments.
- Successful applicants for the Core Compliance Team at Kraken will conduct QA reviews, develop and refine QA and Compliance testing programs, analyze quality performance data, and manage the FIU QA program from start to finish, while working remotely and delivering insights that help anticipate emerging threats, enhance resilience, and enable sustainable growth.
