Role Overview
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role will play a key part in supporting local and regional compliance and anti-money laundering (AML) efforts across the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure internal processes align with evolving regulatory standards..
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in AML operations, strong investigative skills, and a proactive approach to compliance risk management. This is a great opportunity to contribute to building a strong compliance culture in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Role Responsibilities:
- Monitor and review transaction monitoring alerts to identify unusual or potentially suspicious activity.
- Conduct investigations on escalated alerts and internally reported suspicious activities, ensuring proper documentation and escalation.
- Assist in the preparation and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) in line with regulatory requirements.
- Review KYC files with particular attention to PEP, sanctions, and adverse media hits, supporting ongoing customer risk assessments.
- Support the enhancement, testing, and calibration of AML transaction monitoring systems and related tools.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of AML programs, policies, and internal controls tailored to digital asset business models.
- Conduct research on crypto and blockchain-related compliance developments and provide recommendations to strengthen internal monitoring practices.
- Support the delivery of compliance and AML training, with emphasis on transaction monitoring and red flag identification, to promote awareness across teams.
Role Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Law, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in compliance or AML roles within a financial institution; experience in a crypto or fintech company is a strong plus
- Solid knowledge of AML/CFT principles, KYC procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset