Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Driving the next generation of wealth.

Digital assets are redefining how wealth is created, used, and transferred. Since 2018 at Nexo, we have been building the future model of financial wealth - dynamic, accessible, and designed for a new generation of forward-thinking investors.

But technology alone doesn’t drive progress. People do.

We are a team of builders, strategists, analysts, creatives, and operators united by a shared mindset: advancement. We move fast, think long term, and take ownership. We challenge ideas, not people. We value clarity over noise and impact over optics.

What makes Nexo different?

We shape industry trends. We rethink how wealth works and build solutions that reflect that belief.

That requires a certain kind of person.

You will thrive here when you think independently and act decisively, take ownership without waiting for permission, and care deeply about quality, long-term value, and disciplined execution. The people who succeed at Nexo bring analytical depth, sound judgment, and resilience - but also curiosity and the drive to keep improving.

This is an environment for people who want to lead, create, and elevate what already exists. If building what’s next excites you, you’ll feel at home at Nexo.

Official website: nexo.com

Your role

• Act as the go-to compliance adviser for your assigned business areas, giving practical, well-reasoned guidance on regulatory, policy and conduct-related matters across MiCA, DORA, PSD2, AML/CFT and GDPR.


• Handle ad-hoc compliance queries, including the more complex or higher-risk ones, accurately and within agreed timeframes, with minimal supervision.


• Own the delivery of your assigned reviews within the annual Compliance Monitoring Plan, including risk-based testing, thematic reviews, sampling and control assessments.


• Assess internal controls, policies, procedures and processes against regulatory and internal requirements, and recommend improvements to the compliance framework.


• Document findings clearly, agree remediation actions with the business and track them to closure, escalating delays or material concerns to the Head of Regulatory Compliance.


• Identify and assess compliance risks and control weaknesses, and escalate them with a clear recommendation.


• Monitor new and changing regulation and guidance, assess the impact on the business, and communicate expectations to stakeholders in a clear and practical way.


• Prepare and support regulatory reporting and day-to-day communication with authorities, under the direction of the Compliance Manager.


• Support compliance with GDPR and internal data protection policies in collaboration with the Compliance function.


• Deliver awareness sessions and contribute to compliance staff training, helping to build a strong compliance culture across the organization.


• Work with colleagues across departments to ensure compliance requirements are understood and applied consistently.


• Additional duties and projects as assigned by the Compliance Manager.

What makes you stand out

• More than 6 years of relevant professional experience in regulatory compliance, including within a regulated environment, including hands-on experience of compliance monitoring, testing or assurance. Any experience in cryptocurrencies and blockchain is a strong advantage.


• Solid understanding of European regulatory frameworks, particularly MiCA, DORA, PSD2 and AMLD. Knowledge of the Maltese regulatory framework, including the MFSA rulebooks, is an advantage.


• Experience advising business teams and giving clear, practical compliance guidance.


• Experience documenting findings and driving remediation actions through to closure.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the confidence to present to and train colleagues.


• A degree in law, finance or a related field (preferred).


• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgement to assess and mitigate regulatory risks and to prioritize competing deadlines.


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently within one strong team in a fluid, fast-paced environment.

Nexo benefits

Competitive and rewarding compensation package.
Annual performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive Learning Hub for continuous growth.
A dynamic and inspiring environment with cutting-edge projects.
Career development opportunities in a global leader driving the next generation of wealth.