Sr. Sanctions Compliance Program Manager

Compliance is looking for a Sr. Sanctions Compliance Program Manager  to join our growing team. You will be responsible for managing and advising on sanctions related risks across all business line functions at Paxos. This includes supporting the development of sanctions policies, procedures, and training materials, managing partner-driven sanctions due diligence requests, and working closely with cross functional stakeholders to review and opine on sanctions related risks. This role is also responsible for helping to scale our Sanctions Program as we strive to build a “best-in-class” Compliance program.

This role works closely with a variety of stakeholders across the company, including Strategic Initiatives, Customer Success, Internal Audit, Legal, Research and Analytics, and Product. 

This is a new position that will help drive the Compliance Program forward and support the continuing growth within Paxos. 

About Paxos

Paxos is on a mission to enable the movement of any asset, any time, in a trustworthy way. Today’s financial infrastructure is archaic, expensive, inefficient and risky - supporting a system that leaves out more people than it lets in. So we’re rebuilding it. 

As a regulated blockchain infrastructure company, we use technology to tokenize, custody, trade, and settle assets for enterprise clients like PayPal, Bank of America, and Interactive Brokers. Paxos is a top-funded blockchain company, with more than $500 million in total funding from leading investors like OakHC/FT, Founders Fund, PayPal Ventures, and Declaration Partners. Together, we empower today’s financial leaders to build a more open, trusted economy.

As Sr; the Compliance Sanctions Program Manager you’ll get to:

• Provide guidance and direction to Paxos management and cross-functional teams regarding Sanctions requirements and in support of business objectives and global expansion;
• Manage and respond to sanctions due diligence questionnaires from partners;
• Prepare and develop sanctions related trainings for the Compliance and cross functional teams;
• Support the ongoing development and review of the Sanctions Program's related policies & procedures;
• Review the Sanctions implications of any new or changed Paxos products, services, or other  initiatives, and advise the business on mitigation efforts related to  the sanctions risks;
• Review changes to Sanctions-related laws, regulations, guidance, or regulatory expectations to help ensure that Paxos implements processes to remain in full compliance with its global regulatory obligations;
• Assist with developing periodic reporting to the Board and Executive Management on the state of the Sanctions Program and any significant emerging issues or risks; 
• Work closely with Compliance team members to define scope, engage stakeholders, and drive execution of key initiatives in support of the continuing advancement of the Sanctions program

Your Skills and Experience:

• ~5+ years of prior experience in Compliance and Sanctions, preferable with digital assets or fintech experience. 
• A deep understanding of Sanctions Program development, as well as OFAC regulations and requirements
• Ability to identify areas of inefficiency and suggest enhancements that can make processes faster and more reliable
• You enjoy working amidst high ambiguity, are able to adapt to changing priorities, and do whatever it takes to execute on complex projects
• Proven track record of driving initiatives in a cross-functional setting
• Strong attention to detail and passion for solving problems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

You might also have: 

• Experience working in the crypto industry from a Compliance, Regulatory, and / or Risk Management perspective
• A clear understanding of the risks and trends within the crypto / blockchain industry and regulatory landscape
• Management experience, and experience building teams and sub-functions

What you’ll love about Paxos:

Paxos has consistently been recognized on the Forbes Fintech 50, CB Insights Blockchain 50 and Built In’s “Best Places to Work” lists. Paxonians have significant ownership and impact on our business, as well as benefits like company equity, health insurance, family leave, a quarterly stipend for development, a stipend for home office setup and unlimited PTO. From team product demos and virtual lounge and learns to care packages and an active Slack #shoutouts channel, there are countless opportunities to connect and make your mark. Help us continue to build a new, open financial system from one of our three offices or right from your home!

Learn more: 

Company

• Web 3.0 Is Still the Place to Be
• A Conversation with Paxos Product Leaders
• Paxos Raises $300M in Series D Funding at 2.4B Valuation 

Customers

• Paxos & PayPal Bring Crypto to Millions of Users
• Mercado Libre Reaches 1M+ Users in 60 Days With Paxos
• Paxos Was Built to Protect its Customers

Media

• CNBC Crypto World Interviews Paxos CEO on USDP stablecoin
• Paxos CEO Charles Cascarilla’s Perspectives on the Current State of the Global Economy
• Yahoo Finance Interviews Paxos CEO on Testimony to U.S. Congress and Stablecoin Infrastructure

Our Paxos team is made up of passionate people from all over the world with different perspectives and experiences. If this opportunity excites you, but your experience doesn’t perfectly match the description…apply! Unique voices help us build a more transparent and open economy.

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