Circle

Manager,ComplianceOperations

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Manager, Compliance Operations at Circle. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Managing day-to-day customer KYC, onboarding, customer risk rating, and periodic review operations. Managing and developing a team of analysts performing KYC activities, specialized due diligence, investigation support, and sanctions screening”

What You'll Achieve.

operational readiness for new launches; enhance decision-making and workflow throughput

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

solution-oriented mindset; identifying inefficiencies; implementing practical, technology-driven improvements

Eligibility Requirements

This role is based in our Bangalore office and requires employees to work from the office on a regular basis.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

7+ years of relevant experience in AML and KYC reviews for corporate customers, 1+ years of experience managing teams of analysts, 2+ years of relevant crypto experience, Demonstrated experience leveraging AI-enabled tools within compliance or KYC workflows, Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and Business stakeholders, Experience and comfort operating in a rapidly evolving regulatory and technological environment, leadership, relationship management, and project management skills, executive presence and communication skills

Nice to Have

Experience in RegTech, FinTech, consulting, or digital asset environments, CAMS, CFCS, CFE, or similar certification, Proficiency in Google Workspace, Slack, and Mac familiarity with AI-assisted research or workflow tools

What You'll Do.

Managing day-to-day customer KYC

and periodic review operations

Managing and developing a team of analysts performing KYC activities

specialized due diligence

investigation support

and sanctions screening

Managing investigation operations workflows

Overseeing sanctions operations execution

Supporting the rollout and operationalization of onboarding and monitoring procedures for new product lines and customer types

Executing transaction monitoring procedures

trigger-based review workflows

and escalation processes

Identifying opportunities to improve AML and sanctions operations

Driving high standards of documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partnering cross-functionally with Product, Legal, Engineering, Risk, and Compliance stakeholders to support testing, operational readiness, and phased product launches across geographies.

Communication Scope

executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Process & Methodology

project management skills, with the ability to drive initiatives from concept through implementation

Full Job Description

Circle (NYSE: CRCL) is one of the world’s leading internet financial platform companies, building the foundation of a more open, global economy through digital assets, payment applications, and programmable blockchain infrastructure. Circle’s platform includes the world’s largest regulated stablecoin network anchored by USDC, Circle Payments Network for global money movement, and Arc, an enterprise-grade blockchain designed to become the Economic OS for the internet. Enterprises, financial institutions, and developers use Circle to power trusted, internet-scale financial innovation. Learn more at [_circle.com_](http://circle.com/). **What you’ll be part of:** Circle is committed to visibility and stability in everything we do. As we grow as an organization, we're expanding into some of the world's strongest jurisdictions. Speed and efficiency are motivators for our success and our employees live by [_our company values_](http://careers.circle.com/us/en/#working-at-circle): High Integrity, Future Forward, Multistakeholder, Mindful, and Driven by Excellence. We have built a flexible work environment where new ideas are encouraged and everyone is a stakeholder. ****What you’ll be responsible for:**** Circle is looking for a Compliance Manager to join its Compliance Operations team and oversee the day-to-day management and operation of Circle’s Compliance Operations team. ****What you 'll work on: **** * Managing day-to-day customer KYC, onboarding, customer risk rating, and periodic review operations across Circle products and entity types, including maintenance of procedures, playbooks, and operational readiness materials for new launches. * Managing and developing a team of analysts performing KYC activities, specialized due diligence, investigation support, and sanctions screening across multiple Circle entities and jurisdictions. * Managing investigation operations workflows, including case triage, transaction analysis support, offboarding referrals, and coordinati

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