Director, Virtual Assets Risk Strategy

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Virtual Assets Risk Strategy in Canada.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an experienced financial crimes and risk professional passionate about the evolving virtual assets ecosystem. In this role, you will help shape enterprise-wide strategies addressing money laundering, sanctions evasion, terrorist financing, and emerging compliance risks tied to digital assets and blockchain technologies. You will collaborate with senior executives, regulatory bodies, compliance teams, and industry stakeholders to strengthen risk governance frameworks and support responsible innovation. The position offers exposure to complex regulatory environments, cutting-edge financial technologies, and high-impact strategic initiatives within a collaborative and forward-thinking organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, excels at translating complex risks into actionable strategies, and enjoys influencing industry standards in a rapidly evolving space.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement forward-looking strategies for managing financial crimes risks associated with virtual assets and emerging technologies.
• Define, maintain, and monitor enterprise risk appetite frameworks related to digital asset clients, products, and services.
• Recommend and enhance risk-based controls aligned with regulatory expectations and organizational risk tolerance.
• Monitor emerging technologies, market trends, regulatory developments, and evolving financial crime threats within the virtual asset ecosystem.
• Collaborate with compliance, advisory, technology, and business teams to evolve KYC, CDD, EDD, and customer risk-rating methodologies.
• Integrate virtual asset risk management practices into broader enterprise financial crimes programs and governance frameworks.
• Support business objectives by partnering with product, technology, and operational stakeholders to align innovation with compliance requirements.
• Contribute to policy development and governance initiatives related to cryptocurrency, digital assets, sanctions, and anti-money laundering practices.
• Represent the organization in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and external working groups focused on virtual asset risks and standards.
• Oversee executive, audit, and regulatory reporting related to financial crimes risk management initiatives and control effectiveness.
• Lead strategic projects and cross-functional initiatives aimed at strengthening enterprise-wide risk management capabilities.

Requirements:

• 5–10 years of experience in financial crimes risk management, compliance, or related risk strategy functions.
• Strong expertise in virtual assets, cryptocurrency ecosystems, blockchain technologies, and emerging financial crime risks.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing risk-based controls, frameworks, or compliance strategies.
• Background in AML, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, terrorist financing, or related financial crime disciplines.
• Experience conducting investigations or assessments involving digital asset risks and complex financial transactions.
• Familiarity with regulatory developments, industry standards, and governance practices related to virtual assets.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex compliance issues into actionable business strategies.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive collaboration across technical, operational, and executive teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Experience participating in industry forums, regulatory working groups, or thought leadership initiatives is highly valued.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and operate effectively within evolving regulatory environments.
• Post-secondary education required; graduate degrees, AML certifications, technical certifications, or project management credentials are considered assets.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including bonus opportunities and additional incentive programs where applicable.
• Comprehensive flexible health and wellness benefits.
• Access to career development programs, coaching, and leadership support.
• Flexible work-life balance options and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to high-impact strategic initiatives in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Exposure to senior leadership, regulators, and global industry stakeholders.
• Access to world-class training and professional development programs.
• Opportunities for career progression and expanded responsibilities across business functions and geographies.
• Inclusive and high-performing workplace culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to work on emerging technologies and future-focused financial crime risk strategies.

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1