Sr. Compliance Specialist

Key ResponsibilitiesRegulatory LiaisonAssist in preparing and submitting regulatory reports and materials, ensuring data and content accuracy and compliance.Support regulatory inquiries and inspections by compiling business and transaction data and helping to explain processes.Monitor regulatory requirements and policy updates and communicate them promptly to compliance and business teams.Regulation Implementation & Business SupportTranslate regulatory requirements such as KYC, Travel Rule, and AML into operational business guidelines.Provide compliance support for key processes including deposits, withdrawals, trading, and fund flows.Participate in compliance reviews for new product launches or process changes, providing actionable recommendations.Assist the technical team in implementing compliance logic.Compliance ExecutionAssist in completing user KYC, CDD, EDD, and the identification of high-risk customers.Support daily transaction monitoring, compile suspicious transaction data, and aid internal compliance analysis.Perform sanctions list screening, maintain internal blacklists, and assist in monitoring external public opinion and negative news.Use SQL and Excel to extract and analyze data to support regulatory reporting and compliance monitoring.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Experience: 1–3 years of experience in compliance/AML (within a financial institution, payment company, or crypto-asset firm). Experience in regulatory liaison is a plus. Experience in the cryptocurrency industry is preferred.Knowledge: Solid understanding of compliance/AML frameworks and familiarity with regulatory requirements in the financial or crypto industry.Skills:Proficiency in SQL is preferred, enabling basic data extraction and organization to support reporting and analysis.Strong communication and collaboration skills, acting as a bridge between compliance and business teams.Strong execution skills, capable of completing compliance tasks in a dynamic environment.Languages: Proficiency in both Turkish and English, capable of handling regulatory communication and internal support.Certifications: International compliance certifications such as CAMS/ICA are preferred but not mandatory.