Senior Compliance Manager Crypto

Introduction 

The Pepperstone story started in 2010. We know what it’s like to trade the world’s markets. Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech we’re digital, nimble, connected, and united in our vision to create a better way to trade. 
 
We thrive on progress – for our clients and for ourselves. Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global and results focused. 
 
You’ll find our 700+ team currently across 12 locations and 9 time zones. .

The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Compliance Manager - Crypto (AU) to play a pivotal leadership role in establishing and shaping Pepperstone’s Australian crypto compliance function.

This is a rare opportunity to build a compliance framework from the ground up for our Digital Currency Exchange (DCE) business, at a time where the regulatory landscape is evolving and maturing. You’ll have real ownership, autonomy and visibility, working closely with senior stakeholders across Compliance, Legal, Product, Technology, Payments and Marketing.

While the primary focus is Australia, you’ll also contribute to regional and global initiatives as part of Pepperstone’s broader Legal, Compliance and Risk function.

As our Senior Compliance Manager - Crypto (AU), your key responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: 

• Establish and lead the Australian compliance framework for Pepperstone’s crypto business
• Design, implement and maintain AML/CTF and broader compliance policies aligned to Australian regulation and global best practice
• Partner closely with Product and Technology teams to embed compliance into product design and client journeys from day one
• Monitor regulatory developments and translate them into practical, scalable controls and guidance
• Lead compliance risk assessments, monitoring programs and remediation activities
• Act as a key point of contact with regulators, including AUSTRAC
• Provide clear, pragmatic advice to senior leadership on regulatory risk and compliance strategy
• Build, mentor and develop a high‑performing compliance team in Australia
• Support internal and external audits and manage regulatory engagements
• Champion a strong culture of integrity, accountability and compliance across the business

About You

• Proven experience in crypto, digital assets or blockchain compliance, ideally within Australia
• Strong working knowledge of Australian AML/CTF obligations, privacy and financial services regulation
• Experience building or scaling compliance frameworks in fast‑moving or emerging regulatory environments
• Confident people leader with a track record of mentoring and developing teams
• Commercially minded, with the ability to balance regulatory risk with business growth
• Comfortable operating with autonomy and influencing senior stakeholders
• Clear, confident communicator who can simplify complex regulatory issues
• Learning‑oriented, adaptable and values‑driven

Highly regarded but not essential:

• Experience across multiple jurisdictions or global operating models
• ICA, ACAMS, CISI or similar compliance/AML qualifications
• Prior designation as AML/CTF Compliance Officer or MLRO

Why you will enjoy working with us

• Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme 

• Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture 

• Flexible and hybrid working 

• Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to hybrid working as standard 

• Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities 

• 15 weeks paid primary carers parental leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carers leave 

• 3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program 

• Frequent events and celebrations including a standard weekly social 

• Beautifully renovated large office at Collins Square - 727 Collins Street, Melbourne 

• Best in class end of trip facilities including bicycle parking, change rooms & showers 

• A full stocked kitchen, onsite coffee machines with locally sourced coffee beans (this is Melbourne after all) and curated specialty teas 

More About Pepperstone   

We’re a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform. With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence. You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact. To learn even more visit Pepperstonecareers and www.linkedin.com/company/pepperstone/  

We understand it’s important to do due diligence on a prospective employer, see what our team are saying on Glassdoor. We respect our team members’ experiences and will never pay to remove a negative review.  

Pepperstone is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.  

“We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we respond to every applicant”.  

We will be reviewing applications as they come through, so if this is an opportunity that excites you, don't wait. Express your interest by clicking the apply button below as soon as possible.  

Note to external agencies: While we appreciate the efforts of external recruitment agencies, we prefer to engage directly with applicants for this opportunity.  

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