Compliance Lead - Fintech

About the role

MergeMoney is a regulated stablecoin payments infrastructure platform that enables enterprises to move money globally in real time. We are looking for a Compliance Lead to act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and drive our AML/CFT program across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Act as MLRO for AML/CFT compliance under MiCA and related EU regulations.
• Design, implement, and maintain the firm’s AML/CFT framework, policies, and procedures proportionate to the CASP’s business model and risk profile.
• Manage STR/SAR reporting and regulatory filings with relevant authorities such as TRACFIN.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, banking partners, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee compliance policies, controls, governance, and risk assessments for CASP operations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure ongoing compliance with MiCA and AML requirements.
• Support internal teams with compliance guidance, training, and regulatory best practices.

Required profile

• Experience as MLRO / Head of Compliance (crypto or fintech).
• Strong understanding of MiCA / CASP regulations.
• Experience with EU regulation.
• Ability to own the function end‑to‑end.
• Practical experience with crypto‑asset business models and blockchain‑related AML risks.
• Familiarity with blockchain analytics and travel‑rule tools (e.g., Elliptic, Notabene) is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Elliptic (blockchain analytics tool)
• Notabene (travel‑rule solution)