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Mastercard · 2 days ago

Director, Legal Compliance – Crypto Mastercard Transaction Services

Purchase, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$177K/yr - $283K/yr

7+ years exp

Mastercard is a global leader in digital payments, committed to building a sustainable economy. The Director of Legal Compliance for Crypto Transaction Services will oversee compliance operations related to cryptocurrency, manage a team focused on AML and sanctions, and collaborate with various departments to ensure regulatory adherence.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyPayments

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Build and oversee MTS’ Operations Team, which manages AML/Sanctions onboarding, due diligence, transaction monitoring, and investigations for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and crypto-related programs, including:

Crypto card programs

Stablecoins (e.g., USDC, PYUSD)

Send Crypto programs

Crypto Credential

Design, implement, and maintain MTS’ crypto compliance framework, including updates to policies and procedures and management information systems

Lead cross-functional efforts to onboard crypto partners, conduct risk assessments, and develop robust compliance controls

Partner closely with Legal, Regulatory, Risk, Product, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of crypto services

Lead compliance discussions on initiatives such as stablecoin settlements and crypto card programs

Assist with responding to regulatory exams, audits, and inquiries

Oversee the tuning and optimization of blockchain analytics tools used across crypto services

Oversee escalations from the Operations Team utilizing blockchain analytics and traditional compliance tools as needed

Manage and oversee training and guidance to internal teams on crypto compliance tools, risks and investigative techniques including on and off-chain due diligence, advanced on chain analytics

Occasionally support the FIU Team in investigating and reporting crypto-related payments

Maintain strong industry knowledge of regulatory developments, industry trends, and best practices in crypto compliance, and update internal policies and procedures accordingly

Qualification

Crypto complianceAML/KYC/SanctionsBlockchain analyticsRisk assessmentsStablecoinsCompliance framework developmentCryptocurrency investigationsProcess automationMS Office proficiencyTraining deliveryInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Manager-level crypto compliance or risk management within financial services or payments

Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in cryptocurrency, stablecoins, and money transfer systems

Strong understanding of crypto compliance (AML, KYC, Sanctions, transaction monitoring, investigations), ideally within a regulated fintech or crypto-native environment

Strong understanding of card payments, digital commerce, blockchain analytics, and cross-border payment flows

Minimum 3 years of experience delivering crypto compliance training and presenting case studies to global audiences

Experience in process mapping and compliance framework development

Proven ability to manage onboarding and risk assessments for crypto assets and VASPs

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and drive results across teams

Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills

Deep knowledge of AML, BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC requirements

Preferred

Preferred certifications: ACAMS, CFE, blockchain analytics (e.g., Elliptic, Crystal)

Advanced skills in cryptocurrency investigations, OSINT, and tracing techniques

Digitally fluent with experience in process automation and scalable compliance solutions

Proficient in MS Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Visio)

Benefits

Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

Flexible spending account and health savings account

Paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)

80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time

25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire

10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays

401k with a best-in-class company match

Deferred compensation for eligible roles

Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities

Eligibility for tuition reimbursement

Company

Mastercard

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Mastercard is a financial network that processes payments between banks and cardholders.

Founded in 1966

Purchase, New York, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.mastercard.com

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