Compliance Officer Digital Assets

About BKN301

BKN301 is a financial technology group headquartered in London, with offices in Milan, Doha, and San Marino. The company develops fintech solutions for banks, fintechs, and merchants, supporting their growth and innovation across emerging markets. BKN301 operates internationally, fostering diverse perspectives and expertise within its teams to drive innovation and deliver client solutions.

The Opportunity in Riyadh

This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and offers the opportunity to contribute to BKN301's strategic expansion. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and growing the local presence, building strategic relationships, and supporting the company's long-term plans within the Kingdom. This position is central to the launch of a new business focused on tokenized and fractionalized real-world assets.

Role Summary: Compliance Officer Digital Assets

BKN301 is seeking a Compliance Officer specializing in Digital Assets to establish and oversee the compliance framework for a new business line. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring an individual capable of making independent decisions and implementing effective controls in an evolving regulatory and operational environment. The Compliance Officer will be responsible for translating regulatory requirements into practical policies, procedures, and controls from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain compliance policies and procedures covering AML/CFT, customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), escalation protocols, and the approval/sign-off of mint, burn, and transfer operations.
• Review higher-risk customers and make KYC/KYT/EDD decisions within delegated authority.
• Establish procedures for identifying, assessing, and reporting suspicious activity in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Evaluate the compliance impact of new products, transaction flows, and service providers prior to launch.
• Translate regulatory changes into clear operating instructions for Operations and KYC/KYT/AML teams.
• Collaborate with management, legal advisers, and relevant authorities, and lead staff training and regulatory readiness initiatives.
• Develop controls suitable for an initial manual setup, adapting them as systems and transaction volumes increase.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in compliance, preferably within digital assets or fintech.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage compliance frameworks from the ground up.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and customer due diligence processes.
• Capacity to operate independently and implement effective controls in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• A full-time position based in Riyadh.
• The opportunity to build the compliance function for a new business and influence BKN301's presence in Saudi Arabia.
• A competitive, market-aligned compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning within an innovative group.
• An international culture founded on trust and collaboration.