Compliance Manager

hybrid
Toronto, Ontario, Canada .
full-time . December 12, 2025

Description

Who We Are

Tetra is leading the charge in Canada’s digital asset revolution, solving one of the final barriers to widespread institutional adoption: secure, compliant custody. With extensive financial and advisory backing from institutions like National Bank, ATB Financial, Shopify, and Wealthsimple, we’re launching Canada’s commercial stablecoin and scaling beyond custody into a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem. Founded in 2019 under Tetra Digital Group, we’re building the world’s premier institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure with the stability of a financially robust organization and the high-octane agility of a startup with world-class potential. If you’re a high-energy, ambitious builder who thrives on creating world-class teams and systems in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, Tetra is your launchpad to leave a legacy in the global fintech arena.

Who You Are

You’re a seasoned compliance professional with strong judgment, high integrity, and a pragmatic approach to regulation. You thrive in regulated environments where expectations are high and precision matters. You’re equally comfortable executing day-to-day compliance activities and stepping back to assess risk, controls, and program effectiveness.

You bring hands-on experience with AML programs and a strong understanding of digital assets, custody models, and financial crime risks in emerging technologies. You enjoy being close to the work, partnering with operations, technology, and leadership to ensure compliance is embedded into business processes—not bolted on.

Detail-oriented, accountable, and calm under pressure, you’re motivated by building and maintaining strong compliance foundations in a fast-evolving regulatory landscape. You’re excited to work closely with the Chief Compliance Officer, take ownership of core compliance functions, and play a meaningful role in a regulated crypto business scaling responsibly in Canada.

What You’ll Be Doing

Day-to-Day Compliance Operations

Manage the day-to-day execution of the compliance program for a regulated crypto custodian and trust company.
Oversee routine compliance activities including monitoring, issue tracking, regulatory obligations management, and internal controls.
Act as a first point of escalation for operational compliance questions across the business.

AML / ATF Program Management

Support and maintain the AML/ATF program in accordance with FINTRAC requirements and applicable provincial and federal regulations.
Oversee client onboarding, KYC, client risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring activities.
Review and assess alerts, reports, and escalations, including suspicious transaction reporting where applicable.
Coordinate periodic AML effectiveness reviews, testing, and remediation efforts.

Policies, Procedures & Controls

Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, and internal frameworks to reflect regulatory expectations and business changes.
Ensure policies are operationalized and understood by relevant teams.
Assist with the development and execution of compliance training programs.

Regulatory & Governance Support

Support regulatory interactions, examinations, and information requests.
Assist in preparing materials for senior management, committees, and the Board, including compliance reporting and risk updates.
Track regulatory developments relevant to trust companies, qualified custodians, and digital asset businesses, escalating impacts as needed.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Work closely with Operations, Technology, Treasury, and Product teams to identify compliance risks and design practical controls.
Support vendor due diligence and third-party risk management activities.
Contribute to building scalable compliance processes as the business grows.

What We’re Looking For

Experience

3-5+ years of progressive experience in compliance, AML, or financial crime roles within financial services.
Direct experience managing or supporting an AML/ATF program subject to FINTRAC oversight.
Experience with digital assets, crypto custody, fintech, or payments environments.
Exposure to regulated trust companies, custodians, or similarly regulated financial institutions is strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of Canadian AML/ATF requirements, including KYC, client risk assessments, ongoing monitoring, and reporting obligations.
Solid grasp of compliance risks associated with digital assets, wallets, custody models, and blockchain-based transactions.
Ability to interpret regulations and translate them into clear, operational processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting policies, procedures, and management reporting.
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment with a hands-on mindset.

Personal Attributes

High integrity, sound judgment, and a strong sense of accountability.
Collaborative, approachable, and solutions-oriented.
Able to work independently while maintaining strong alignment with the CCO and broader leadership team.

Nice To Have

Experience working for a digital asset company, trust company, or qualified custodian environment.
Familiarity with National Instruments and custody-related regulatory frameworks.
Experience supporting regulatory examinations or audits (e.g., AML effectiveness reviews, SOC audits).
CAMS or other relevant compliance/AML certifications.
Experience helping scale compliance programs in growing or early-stage regulated businesses.

What’s In It for You

Be a Trailblazer: Shape Canada’s financial frontier with groundbreaking initiatives like our stablecoin launch and ecosystem expansions.
Unmatched Opportunity: Join a profitable, well-funded company with the stability of a market leader and the flexibility of a startup with global potential.
Competitive Rewards: Earn a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and more.
High-Impact Team: Collaborate with top-tier talent in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your contributions redefine an industry.
Location & Work Model: Based in Toronto with a hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in-office per week) upon successful completion of probationary period. Full-time in-office work required during the first three months for onboarding and training.

Before You Apply

Tetra isn’t for everyone. If you’re looking for easy wins or a comfortable ride, this won’t be the place. But if you’re a high-output, high-trust professional with fire in your gut and the kind of drive that doesn’t quit at 5, we encourage you to apply.

This role is based in Toronto with a structured hybrid model of at least 3 days in the office per week. A full-time in-office schedule will be required during the probationary period for training.

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about fintech disruption and ready to architect your own success story, this is your moment. Join Tetra and let’s redefine Canada’s financial future together. Apply now and seize this career-defining opportunity!

Submit your resume along with thoughtful answers to the application questions. We’re not looking for perfection, we’re looking for insight into who you are, what drives you, and why this challenge excites you. If you want your application taken seriously, seriously complete the prompt questions in the application process.

Deadline to apply: January 10, 2026.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Tetra is committed to building a team as diverse and dynamic as the space we’re in. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, especially those traditionally underrepresented in tech and finance. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll make it happen.

Know someone who would be a perfect fit? Let them know!