Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) – Crypto Payments

About the role

CoinPayments Latvia is seeking an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead the development, implementation and ongoing effectiveness of its AML/CFT/CPF framework. The role is critical for ensuring compliance with Latvian and EU regulatory requirements in the crypto‑payment space.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update the company’s sanctions list and enterprise‑wide AML risk assessment.
• Develop, maintain and improve AML/CFT/CPF policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Review and approve higher‑risk customer onboarding cases, including enhanced due diligence.
• Oversee customer screening, transaction monitoring and blockchain analytics, ensuring proper investigation and escalation of alerts.
• Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports to the Latvian FIU and other authorities.
• Provide regular reporting to governing bodies on AML effectiveness, risks and remediation actions.
• Act as primary contact for Latvijas Banka, the Latvian FIU and other regulators.
• Support regulatory inspections, audits and supervisory activities.

Required profile

• 5+ years of AML/CFT or financial crime compliance experience, preferably in crypto, fintech or banking.
• Previous experience as an MLRO, Deputy MLRO or senior AML officer.
• Strong knowledge of EU AML/CFT regulations, FATF standards and Latvian legal requirements.
• Experience communicating with regulators, FIUs, law‑enforcement and senior management.
• Ability to assess, challenge and escalate financial‑crime risks independently.

Required skills

• Crypto transaction monitoring
• Blockchain analytics
• KYC/KYB processes
• Customer risk assessment and enhanced due diligence
• Transaction monitoring systems

What we offer

• Part‑time arrangement (20 hours per week) with potential to transition to full‑time.
• Compensation range €2,000–€3,000 gross per month.
• Start date planned for December 2026.