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AML RightSource · 3 hours ago

Director, Financial Crime Managed Services (Crypto) - Phoenix, AZ / Highland Hills, OH

Highland Hills, Ohio

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

18+ years exp

AML RightSource is the leading technology-enabled managed services firm focused on fighting financial crime for clients worldwide. The Director within the Financial Crime Managed Services group will shape high-impact programs for crypto exchanges and lead large-scale delivery teams while partnering with C-suite stakeholders.

ComplianceFinanceFinancial ServicesFraud Detection

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale crypto and traditional AML/CTF operations, including on-chain transaction monitoring, blockchain analytics reviews, wallet risk scoring, KYC/KYB, EDD, sanctions screening, and investigations

Ensure strict adherence to SOWs, SLAs, KPIs, KRIs, and governance frameworks across all digital-asset and hybrid compliance programs

Oversee end-to-end quality controls, escalation management, risk mitigation, and regulatory alignment for complex crypto-risk portfolios

Review and approve deliverables such as investigative reports, SAR filings, regulatory documentation, blockchain investigative summaries, and client presentations

Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, automation opportunities, capacity planning, and integration of crypto-native technologies

Serve as the Executive Delivery Lead for strategic crypto exchange, Web3, and FinTech clients, owning relationship management and program success

Lead executive-level meetings, risk reviews, strategic roadmapping discussions, and regulatory preparedness sessions

Partner with client leadership to identify opportunities to expand managed services in areas such as blockchain investigations, sanctions compliance, fraud mitigation, and digital-asset risk scoring

Communicate program performance, risks, operational insights, and transformation recommendations to senior stakeholders across jurisdictions

Lead and mentor large teams of 100–200+ compliance professionals, including Senior Managers, Managers, Team Leads, Analysts, and SMEs

Develop talent pipelines and training programs focused on crypto compliance, blockchain forensics, digital-asset risk typologies, and emerging regulatory standards

Promote a culture of excellence, innovation, diversity, and continuous learning across all teams and service lines

Drive operational readiness, staff development, succession planning, and workforce optimization to support rapid scale and evolving client needs

Oversee project budgets, financial forecasting, resource allocation, staffing strategies, and profitability management for large, multi-layered engagements

Ensure billing accuracy, invoicing timelines, and compliance with commercial agreements

Partner with senior leadership to refine managed services strategy, strengthen delivery frameworks, and support new service offerings within digital assets and financial crime

Qualification

AML/Financial CrimeCrypto ComplianceBlockchain AnalyticsOn-chain InvestigationsAdvisory ConsultingGlobal Regulatory FrameworksManaged ServicesAnalytical SkillsTeam DevelopmentLeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

18+ years of AML/Financial Crime experience with deep expertise in crypto/digital‑asset compliance, blockchain analytics, and on‑chain investigations

Proven leadership running large‑scale delivery environments with 100–200+ team members across multiple geographies

Background in advisory consulting, acting as a strategic advisor to senior client stakeholders

Strong command of crypto AML/CTF, VASP requirements, digital‑asset risk typologies, wallet attribution concepts, and blockchain tracing methodologies

Expertise in global regulatory frameworks (BSA/AML, OFAC, FATF Travel Rule, EU MiCA, FinCEN guidance, and other emerging digital‑asset policies)

Demonstrated success advising senior client stakeholders, regulators, and cross‑functional executive teams in high‑risk, high‑growth environments

Exceptional communication, analytical, operational design, and problem‑solving skills

Bachelor's degree required; CAMS, CCAS, CRC, MBA, or other advanced certifications preferred

Highly collaborative, adaptive, and able to drive change in fast‑paced environments

Ability to travel based on client and internal business needs

Preferred

Experience with Managed Services delivery models, operating crypto managed services, or blockchain investigative programs

Familiarity with BSA/AML, OFAC, and global AML regulations

Background in banking, FinTech, or large consulting firms

Strong understanding of fraud patterns, sanctions evasion typologies, darknet activity, and illicit finance trends in digital assets

Entrepreneurial mindset with proven ability to innovate, influence change, and lead transformation initiatives within rapidly evolving regulatory and technology landscapes