Compliance Officer & MLRO - Remote Position at Kraken

About the Role

We are looking for a Compliance Officer & MLRO remote to join our team at Kraken. As a mission-driven company, Kraken is committed to accelerating the global adoption of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the compliance and financial crime program for Payward Brasil, ensuring that we meet local regulatory expectations while fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

What You'll Do

• Own and continuously improve Payward Brasil’s AML/CTF/CPF and sanctions compliance framework, ensuring it meets local requirements and Kraken group standards.
• Oversee the Brazil customer lifecycle controls: onboarding, CDD/EDD, ongoing monitoring, periodic review, and remediation programs.
• Act as the designated MLRO/reporting officer responsible for managing internal escalations and ensuring accurate, timely reporting to COAF via Siscoaf.
• Provide compliance sign-off/advice on Brazil go-to-market, product changes, and control decisions.
• Deliver training and targeted communications for Brazil operations, CE, product, and investigations teams to ensure staff understand their responsibilities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in AML/CTF/financial crime compliance within a regulated financial institution, payments, brokerage, fintech, or crypto/VASP environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Brazil AML/CTF expectations, including Law 9,613 and BCB Circular 3,978.
• Fluent in Portuguese and proficient in English for regulatory engagement and global stakeholder reporting.
• Hands-on experience with suspicious activity investigations, STR governance, and regulator-facing work.
• Proven ability to translate regulatory requirements into operational controls.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience standing up a compliance program for a new regulated entity in Brazil.
• Familiarity with exchange/brokerage products, custody concepts, and transaction monitoring systems.
• Experience with large-scale remediation/migration programs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse team of industry pioneers.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Work in a mission-driven company focused on financial freedom and inclusion.