Head of Financial Crime

At a Glance:
The Story Behind AMINA

Founded in April 2018 and headquartered in Zug, AMINA Bank is a pioneer in the financial industry. In August 2019, AMINA received a Swiss banking and securities dealer license from FINMA. The broad, vertically integrated spectrum of services, combined with the highest security standards, make AMINA’s value proposition unique.

AMINA operates globally from its regulated hubs in Switzerland, Abu Dhabi, and Hong Kong to offer fiat and crypto services to progressive investors, traditional and crypto‑native alike, whether individuals, corporates, or institutions.

CVVC Global Report and CB Insights named AMINA as one of the Top 50 Companies within the blockchain ecosystem. Aite Group awarded AMINA their 2021 Digital Wealth Management Impact Innovation Award in the ‘Digital Startup of the Year’ category, and Linked In listed AMINA as one of the Top Startups 2021 in Switzerland. In 2022, AMINA won the Digital Assets Offering or Service at the Wealth Briefing Swiss EAM Awards, and the bank was also recognised for its product offering SEBAX and won the Best ETP of the Year award at the Swiss ETF Awards 2022.

In 2023, AMINA won the European Wealth Briefing Award in the Digital Assets Solution, Fund Manager category.

The Head of Financial Crime is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing AMINA Bank’s Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) framework. This includes AML/CTF, sanctions, fraud prevention, transaction monitoring, customer due diligence, and blockchain‑based risk controls. The role is pivotal in ensuring AMINA Bank meets Swiss regulatory expectations while innovating for the digital asset era.

As a senior leadership role, you will partner with executive stakeholders, regulators, and product teams to maintain a robust control environment.

• Develop and lead the bank’s Financial Crime framework, covering AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud prevention, and anti‑bribery across fiat and digital asset products.
• Ensure full compliance with FINMA regulations, AMLA/AMLO, FATF standards, and oversee regulatory inspections, audits, and required filings.
• Oversee all Financial Crime operations, including Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, Investigations, and KYC/CDD/EDD processes.
• Lead complex investigations involving fiat and blockchain‑based transactions, ensuring timely and accurate SAR/STR filings.
• Implement and continuously enhance monitoring and blockchain analytics systems to identify and mitigate emerging financial crime risks.
• Conduct regular Financial Crime Risk Assessments and strengthen policies, processes, and controls in line with digital asset risk developments.
• Provide strategic advice and reporting to Executive Management and the Board, ensuring clear visibility into financial crime risks and control effectiveness.
• Build and lead a high‑performing Financial Crime team, while driving a strong compliance culture and delivering ongoing training across the organization.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in Financial Crime Compliance, AML/CTF, Fraud, and Regulatory Compliance within banking, fintech, or digital asset environments, including experience leading Financial Crime programs or teams.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Economics, Business, or a related field, along with a mandatory professional certification such as CAMS, ICA, or CFCS.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) and strong working proficiency in German to effectively manage regulatory interactions and stakeholder communication.
• Deep understanding of Swiss and international regulations, including AMLA, AMLO, FINMA requirements, FATF standards, and VASP frameworks applicable to digital assets.
• Hands‑on expertise with Financial Crime systems, including transaction monitoring tools, sanctions screening platforms, blockchain analytics/forensics, and crypto‑risk monitoring technologies.
• Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams, delivering enterprise‑wide Financial Crime frameworks, and managing complex, multi‑jurisdictional investigations involving both fiat and blockchain…