Skopos Labs is looking for an experienced Legal Specialist (AML & Compliance).<\/p>\n
Responsibilities
AML & Regulatory Compliance
Implement and maintain AML\/CFT policies and procedures in line with external partners' requirements and applicable regulations.
Adapt and update AML documentation covering KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions, transaction monitoring, and financial crime prevention to the company's business activities.
Review existing policies, identify gaps, implement updates, and escalate potential compliance issues or complex matters.
Legal Documentation & Regulatory Support
Prepare, review, and adapt legal documents based on templates and guidance from legal and compliance partners.
Support licensing, regulatory reporting, audits, inspections, and compliance reviews for financial and crypto businesses.
Conduct legal research on AML, compliance, and crypto regulations across operating jurisdictions.
Support the preparation and maintenance of commercial agreements and corporate governance documents.
Internal Governance
Prepare, adapt, and maintain internal legal and compliance documentation, including AML Policies, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, Terms of Service, NDAs, and Provider Agreements.
Coordinate with internal teams to implement legal and compliance requirements across business processes and new product launches.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal and compliance records.<\/p>\n
Requirements
Professional Experience
3+ years of experience in AML, Compliance, Financial Regulatory Law, or a related legal practice.
Degree in Law.
Experience in fintech, crypto, banking, payment institutions (PSP\/EMI), VASP, or other regulated financial services.
Practical experience working with AML policies, regulatory documentation, and compliance procedures.
Experience adapting, implementing, or maintaining compliance requirements and internal policies.
Experience working with external legal counsel or compliance partners will be a strong advantage.<\/p>\n
Regulatory Expertise
Good knowledge of:
AML\/CFT regulations and international best practices;
KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting;
Risk-based approach (RBA) and financial crime prevention;
Crypto regulation and licensing requirements;
FATF Recommendations and international AML standards.
Experience working with regulatory frameworks in the EU, Canada, South Africa (RSA), LATAM, or other international jurisdictions will be a strong advantage.<\/p>\n
Skills
Upper-Intermediate English (B2+) or higher for written and verbal communication.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Ability to interpret and accurately implement legal and regulatory requirements.
Strong legal drafting and documentation skills.
Ability to work with established guidelines and procedures while identifying potential gaps or inconsistencies.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Proactive and responsible approach, with the ability to recognize when a matter requires further review or escalation.<\/p>\n
How we work
Results over hours. We agree on goals and trust you to get there.
Learning by doing. Real tasks, real challenges and colleagues who share what they know.
People first. We support each other at work and outside of it.<\/p>\n
Hiring process
Intro call with HR.
Qualification interview.
Pre-Offer call with HR and Offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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