Chief Compliance Officer

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Galaxy is seeking a seasoned Chief Compliance Officer and MLRO to build the EU compliance function from the Netherlands, reporting to the EMEA Head of Legal & Compliance. Bring 10+ years in financial services or fintech compliance, deep knowledge of WWFT, MiCAR, GDPR, and MiFID/MiFIR, and a hands-on, business-facing leadership style. You will be the main regulator liaison with the AFM, design AML/CFT programs, and oversee CDD and transaction monitoring across EU operations. To apply, tailor your CV to show regulatory leadership, multi jurisdictional experience, RegTech skills, and concrete risk reduction outcomes; English required, Dutch a strong plus. Onsite in Amsterdam with competitive pay and a culture of excellence, transparency, and independent thinking.

Who We Are:
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.
 
Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.
 
We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.
 
Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
 
To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value:

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are: 

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to build and scale Galaxy’s compliance function in the Netherlands and support broader EU operations. As a senior leader reporting into the EMEA Head of Legal & Compliance, you will oversee compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including WWFT, MiCAR, 

MiFID/MiFIR, 6AMLD and GDPR, while ensuring that compliance is embedded across our digital asset ecosystem—from derivatives and crypto trading, asset management and venture investing to infrastructure services. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Lead the development and execution of the compliance strategy for Galaxy's Dutch and EU-based operations 
• Ensure regulatory compliance with all applicable laws, including Dutch AML laws (WWFT), GDPR, MiCAR, MiFID and relevant EU financial services frameworks 
• Act as the main point of contact with regulatory authorities, in particular the AFM 
• Oversee internal compliance monitoring, risk assessments, policy development, and controls implementation 
• Manage the design and oversight of AML/CFT programs, customer due diligence, and transaction monitoring processes 
• Provide clear and practical compliance guidance to internal stakeholders across Galaxy’s EU-based business lines, including asset management, investment banking, and infrastructure 
• Lead compliance training and awareness initiatives with an EU focus 
• Collaborate with global teams to align on policies, reporting, and best practices 
• Support registration, licensing, and regulatory engagement efforts throughout Europe 

What We’re Looking For: 

• 10+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles in financial services or fintech 
• Deep knowledge of EU and Dutch financial regulatory frameworks (WWFT, MiCAR, GDPR, etc.) 
• Experience managing relationships with financial regulators and external auditors 
• Commercial and “hands-on” approach to working with the business 
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills 
• Fluent in English, Dutch language skills are a strong plus 

Bonus Points: 

• Experience working in a multi-jurisdictional compliance environment 
• Familiarity with digital assets, blockchain technology, or innovative financial products 
• Hands-on experience with compliance tools or RegTech platforms 
• Experience scaling compliance functions in startup or high-growth environments 
• Legal qualifications / background 

Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees and their eligible dependents
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

*Benefits may vary depending on location.

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].