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We’re Hiring!

We’re looking for an AML compliance person. Initially, this is going to be a part-time / backfill role, but we’d love for it to be a permanent role (either part time or full time, depending on the need and fit). We have a team member that will be taking some time off shortly, and we were at the point that we were talking about bringing on another compliance ninja before that. We take bringing on new team members very seriously. We’re a small group, and we work very well together. We’d be lying if we said that “can we just handle the work ourselves?” isn’t something that was brought up (multiple times). You’re reading this posting because we need a very capable human, and maybe that’s you.

While we know many great folks, we’ve chosen to post this role publicly in the interest of widening the possible field to include candidates that we might not know personally.

What does the job actually entail?
We’re compliance consultants. Our practice includes anti-money laundering (AML), privacy, and regulatory compliance. Most of the companies that we work with are AML reporting entities (banks, credit unions, money services businesses, securities dealers, dealers in precious metals and stones, etc.). Our work is project based. Those projects include:

Developing and updating policies, procedures and risk assessments;
Designing and delivering training;
Conducting effectiveness reviews;
Helping clients to prepare for reviews and regulatory examinations;
Helping clients to remediate review and regulatory examination findings; and
Helping clients with compliance related questions.

In order to do this effectively, we believe that you need to have deep, hands-on experience in these areas. This is why all of our team members have over 10,000 hours of in-house compliance experience. This is non-negotiable.

What you’ll love about working at Outlier
We think that our team is pretty great: we’re all professional, friendly, and incredibly nerdy.

No two days are the same: we work on different projects that move at different paces. As long as the desired outcome is delivered on time, you can work at your pace from your location. Occasionally we may need to be onsite with our clients but most work is done remotely.

Our clients are professionals, entrepreneurs and thought leaders: we learn as much from our clients as they learn from us. It is often an absolutely incredible journey.

The compensation model is radically transparent and tied to individual performance: our consultants earn a share of the revenue related to each project in which they participate. These are democratic decisions that are visible to the whole team, ensuring fairness.

What might terrify you, but shouldn’t stop you
We think that our team is pretty great: at first, we’re going to seem intimidating and cliquey. We’ll do everything that we can to bring you into the fold, but you’re going to have to identify and ask for what you need.

No two days are the same: sometimes things get hectic and it can be stressful. You’ll need to be able to provide your own structure and manage your own schedule.

Our clients are professionals, entrepreneurs and thought leaders: they will push boundaries and ways of thinking, and they won’t always be compliance-minded.

The compensation model is radically transparent and tied to individual performance: openly discussing compensation can be awkward at first. We’ll try to remember that and be empathetic.

Some things that we think are probably true about the right candidate

You’re really good at what you do, but you are never satisfied.
Every time you’ve left a job, they’ve had to hire several people to replace you. You try not to gloat about this too much, but sometimes you can’t help it.
When put in charge of a well-functioning system, you’re likely to test “process improvements” until something breaks.
You’re at your very best when you’re fixing something broken or building something new – those challenges invigorate you.
When a business person tells you what they want to build, you immediately start thinking about how to execute their ideas within the parameters of existing law and regulation.
The phrase “that’s the way we’ve always done it” makes you either shudder or clench your jaw.
In your spare time, you probably also make or build something.

Want to apply?
Send an email with your resume attached in PDF format to: ninjas@outliercanada.com by May 13, 2022.
The subject line should read: Compliance Ninja, 2022
In the body of the email, please indicate why you believe that you would be a good fit, referencing this posting, as well as where you clocked your 10,000 hours of in-house compliance practice. Please feel free to include any questions that you have for us at the outset as well.
Please note that messages submitted in any other formats via any other channels will not be considered. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Outlier Solutions Inc. Offering Compliance Services to the Metaverse in Decentraland

February 23, 2022 Toronto — Outlier Solutions Inc. doing business as Outlier Compliance Group, a consultancy specializing in compliance solutions for reporting entities ranging from banks to dealers in virtual currencies (like bitcoin) to real estate firms, is one of the first to offer compliance services in the metaverse. Outlier will be joining as one of the professional service providers setting up shop in conjunction with Grinhaus Law Firm, a leading Canadian law firm in Blockchain regulatory advisory, and DGM Financial Group, a prominent Trust and corporate services office which helps structure crypto businesses internationally, in Decentraland, to service clients globally and through the metaverse.

Visitors to Decentraland will now be able to visit Outlier’s office, and book meetings with one of the team members. Visitors can discuss their Canadian compliance needs on topics such as Canadian anti-money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF), privacy, and regulatory compliance management. Virtual spaces include traditional offices and a fountain (and of course, meetings can also be requested in person and via more traditional virtual meeting software). The Decentraland office is located at -39, 121, in the same neighbourhood as Decentraland University.

“The world, actual and virtual, is evolving rapidly” said Outlier’s Founder and CEO, Amber D. Scott. “It’s important to understand what shape that evolution is taking, and no better way to learn than to be involved directly.” She adds, “It just makes sense that in order to be good advisors to companies operating in the metaverse, we would be there too.”

Scott’s avatar in Decentraland checks out the new virtual office space.

Founder of Grinhaus Law Firm, Aaron Grinhaus, stated, “we are pleased to welcome Outlier Solutions Inc. and complement our line up of professional services to help people and businesses navigate the ‘gray areas’ and legitimize the existence of the metaverse.”

Decentraland, with its 800,000+ residents and $54B in transactions, is also home to a wide array of companies and institutions from academia to crypto companies to fashion. This represents an opportunity to strategically grow Outlier’s presence as well as participate in the booming growth and creation in the metaverse.

Please direct media inquiries to decentraland@outliercanada.com.

About Outlier Solutions Inc.
Outlier Solutions Inc. dba Outlier Compliance Group is a Canadian consulting firm, founded in August of 2013, which is focused on developing compliance solutions for reporting entities. Outlier’s areas of expertise include anti-money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF), privacy, and regulatory compliance.

For further information please visit https://www.outliercanada.com

About Grinhaus Law Firm
Grinhaus Law Firm was established in 2012 and is a business, tax and regulatory focused firm with a niche expertise in Blockchain and Smart Contract law.

For further information please visit https://grinhauslaw.ca

About DGM Financial Group
DGM Financial Group is a global financial services firm that provides Trust Administration, Corporate Services, Management Services to insurance and non-insurance companies, Family Office, Director Services, and is a Listing Sponsor on the Barbados Stock Exchange.

For further information please visit https://dgmfinancialgroup.com/

About Decentraland
Decentraland is the first fully decentralized virtual world. Powered by DAO, which owns the most important smart contracts and assets of Decentraland. Decentraland is a software running on Ethereum that seeks to incentivize a global network of users to operate a shared virtual world. Decentraland users can buy and sell digital real estate, while exploring, interacting and playing games within this virtual world.

For further information please visit https://decentraland.org

Outlier Is Hiring

Outlier Solutions Inc. (Outlier) is hiring for the position of Admin Assistant, Office Co-ordinator & Jack and/or Jill of All Trades.

Start-Up Life

While Outlier has been operating successfully for five years, we are still in many ways a start-up. As we grow, we need to add a team member to get/keep us organized. We’re experts at documenting processes for our clients, but we haven’t always been great at documenting our own processes. This puts us at risk of missing things as we grow – which is an ironic problem for a risk management company, isn’t it? This will begin as a part-time position with the potential to grow into a full-time position. Hours and working location are flexible (meaning that if you need to pick up the kids, go to class, or just flat out need to take a day to get things done you’ll be able to schedule around it).

Our virtual office is based in Toronto and our core team resides in Hamilton, Oakville and Markham. We sometimes meet in Hamilton, and this is likely to be the most convenient place for our ideal candidate to be located. We are looking for someone that reasonably close to this geographic area. A driver’s license is not required but is an asset (for the right candidate, we’d consider covering the cost of getting licensed, but it does mean that we’ll also send you out on missions that involve driving).

In terms of culture, we’re super geeky. We don’t expect you to know everything about compliance, AML, etc…. but it’s helpful if you think this stuff is interesting because we talk about it. A lot.

Check us out before you apply: www.outliercanada.com

Responsibilities:

Act as the first point of contact for all clients and communicate in a professional manner
Answer and direct external phone calls, emails, and contact forms
Open, sort and distribute incoming correspondence
Point person for maintenance, mailing, shipping, supplies, equipment, bills, and errands
Organize office operations and procedures
Manage proposals, quotations and invoices for prospective and existing clients
Proofread, edit and format reports/documents to ensure accuracy and brand coherence.
Prepare operational reports and schedules to ensure efficiency in the team
Create, maintain and update General Calendar
Assist with coordinating events and meet-ups
Manage social media accounts and other marketing related activities
Arrange and coordinate travel logistics.
Perform other duties and assist with special projects as required

Qualifications:

Excellent project and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write and present information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
Superior organizational skills and excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
Ability to think creatively and solve problems
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); scheduling appointments

Other Stuff:

Location: Position is home based with some in-office/in-person meeting requirements (including in-person training).

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: 18$/hour

Experience: 2 years

Language: English fluently, French is an asset

How to Apply:

Please upload a CV and/or resume with a cover letter telling us, in your own words, why you think there is a good fit here.

All submissions received by close of business (5 pm ET) on September 19^th will be considered.

While we’re grateful for all interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted following submissions.

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