Malaysia
Compliance Lead
Legal & ComplianceFull-timeonsite
🚀 About Flipster
Flipster(flipster.io) is a high-performance crypto perpetuals trading platform on a mission to create the most efficient, frictionless, and high-performance trading experience.
Engineered by traders and optimized for trading, Flipster combines zero spreads, instant execution, and capital efficiency to deliver a platform where performance is the product.
Operating globally and serving users in nearly 200 countries, Flipster is built for crypto traders who demand the ultimate perpetual trading experience — from active retail users to degens to seasoned pros — while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and security.
As a Compliance Lead at Flipster
You will be responsible for managing group compliance policies in general, and for leading a team of KYC/AML Analysts that will be onboarding new customers, reviewing existing customers, and monitoring for red flags associated with money laundering, terrorist financing, proliferation financing, as well as other financial crimes. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated people leader who will excel in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Ownership and management of compliance policies and processes
- Assist with the implementation and testing of new customer onboarding, case management, and transaction monitoring software, including refining automation to increase operational efficiency and reduce the number of cases that require team intervention (e,g ‘false positive’ alerts)
- Manage and lead customer onboarding and ongoing monitoring operations, which include executing processes in accordance with company AML policies and procedures, reviewing alerts & triggers, assisting team members with interpreting, using judgment ,and processing exceptions (whether to raise an internal SAR or clearing issues on the software)
- Implement procedure enhancements to improve the customer onboarding experience and to strengthen AML controls
- To prepare regular progress reports for the management team
- Own the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA). Periodically assess the company's risk profile against new products, jurisdictions, and customer types
- Work cross-functionally with international teams such as Customer Support, Product, and Engineering
- Assist in compiling documentation required for regulator supervisory submission documents, visits, and independent AML audits
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies and law enforcement in relevant jurisdictions; manage regulatory examinations and handle official inquiries, where necessary
- Monitor global regulatory developments (e.g., FATF guidance) and proactively adapt internal frameworks to ensure future-proof compliance.
- Design and implement a company-wide compliance training program to foster a culture of integrity and ensure all employees understand their AML/CFT obligations
- Lead the preparation for and execution of independent AML audits and third-party reviews, ensuring all documentation is audit-ready at all times
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualification
- At least 8+ years of related AML compliance experience within financial institutions.
- Demonstrated leadership in the development and guidance of high-performing teams focused on compliance operations.
- Experience with AML software configuration is a plus
- Strong knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and risk management.
- Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred
- Prior experience within a cryptocurrency exchange or digital asset trading platform
- Demonstrated expertise in blockchain transaction monitoring, with proficiency in tools such as Chainalysis
- Professional certifications (CAMS or ICA Advanced Certification/Diploma)
Hiring process
- CV/Resume Submission
- 1st round interview
- 2nd round interview
- 3rd round interview