Senior Specialist, AML

Who We Are

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7.

Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 7 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing. Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry.

So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go! Your mission As Senior Specialist Anti Money Laundering, you will be responsible for ensuring a robust, effective and scalable AML/CFT and sanctions compliance framework for Bitpanda’s activities in Germany.

Requirements

, applicable EU AML/CFT rules, the Transfer of Funds Regulation / Travel Rule, and Bitpanda Group standards.

What You’Ll Do

Support the AMLO: Deputise for the appointed AMLO/Geldwäschebeauftragter and manage regulatory reporting, correspondence, and interactions with BaFin, FIU, and auditors. Ensure Regulatory Alignment: Maintain compliance with the German GwG, BaFin guidance, FIU expectations, MiCAR, MiFID, EU Transfer of Funds Regulation, and sanctions. Execute AML Control Framework: Design, execute, and test second-level AML controls, while tracking and remediating any audit or internal findings.

Oversee High-Risk Compliance: Manage PEPs, high-risk customer reviews, Source of Funds/Wealth assessments, transaction monitoring, sanctions escalations, and onboarding decisions. Drive Automation & Audits: Support internal/external audits, ensure robust documentation trails, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate workflows and data-led processes.

Who You Are

Experienced AML Professional: Bring 3–6 years of hands-on AML/CFT experience in financial services, fintech, payments, or crypto (ideally as a deputy MLRO or senior analyst). Regulatory Expert: Hold a solid working knowledge of German GwG, BaFin expectations, FIU reporting, MiCAR, MiFID, EU Travel Rule, and crypto-asset services. Crypto Risk Savvy: Understand crypto-native financial crime risks, including self-hosted wallets, blockchain analytics, mixers, bridges, and sanctions evasion.

Process & Stakeholder Oriented: Able to translate regulations into scalable, automated processes and confidently interact with senior management, regulators, and cross-functional teams. Language: Fluency in both English and German. What’s in it for you Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.

Compensation

package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan. Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP. Time to recharge – On top of your standard annual leave, Prioritise your wellbeing with 3 additional days of paid time off to rest, reset, and recharge, available once you’ve been with us for 6 months.