AML and Compliance Counsel

Skopos Labs is looking for an experienced Legal Specialist (AML & Compliance). 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Hiring process - Intro call with HR. - Qualification interview. - Pre-Offer call with HR and Offer.