Compliance Data & Reporting Analyst
Circle is an innovative fintech company at the forefront of the expanding digital financial landscape. Our cutting-edge technology enables the seamless global transfer of value with unprecedented speed and cost-efficiency, revolutionizing traditional settlement systems. This advancement opens up new possibilities for enhanced global economic prosperity and financial inclusion, empowering businesses and developers to leverage these breakthroughs through our infrastructure, including the blockchain-based dollar, USDC.
About Our Team:
At Circle, transparency and stability are foundational to our operations as we continue to expand globally into robust jurisdictions. Our agile workforce is driven by our core values: Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity. In a remote work environment, collaboration and collective effort form the backbone of our team's success. We foster a flexible, diverse work culture that encourages innovation and active participation from all team members.
Responsibilities:
We are seeking a seasoned analyst with expertise in Compliance systems and data to support the development of reporting and insights capabilities for data-driven compliance. In this pivotal role, you will have the autonomy to design and establish top-tier assets aimed at bolstering the Global Compliance Program's effectiveness. Your primary focus will involve maintaining data integrity, creating analytical tools and insights, and refining models to facilitate informed decision-making by compliance officers.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Collaborating with the Compliance Program and Compliance Product teams to facilitate design discussions for AML, Sanctions, and KYC control dashboarding and reporting.
- Leading analytics efforts related to BSA/AML compliance controls, tweaking and optimizing controls for regulatory examinations.
- Developing system performance metrics and implementing a comprehensive Testing and QA process to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
- Creating self-service dashboards, statistical models, and reports to support data-driven decision-making.
- Assisting in documenting, updating, and refining AML transaction monitoring rules and sanctions screening systems, while providing clarity on data lineage and model parameters.
- Conducting pre- and post-implementation testing of AML and sanctions models developed internally or by third-party vendors.
- Ensuring all technical aspects of the Compliance program are well-documented for regulatory scrutiny.
- Driving process improvements through automation and efficiency enhancements.
- Analyzing both structured and unstructured data to address complex business challenges using advanced statistical techniques.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop a data and analytics roadmap in support of program execution.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in data management and analytics within banking, consulting, or cryptocurrency sectors.
- Proficiency in data analysis programming languages; preferably Python, SQL, or R.
- Hands-on experience collaborating with various cross-functional stakeholders to optimize compliance processes and systems.
- Demonstrate experience in preparing model documentation for compliance purposes.
- Comfortable operating in a dynamic industry and adaptability to evolving demands.
- Familiarity with AML and sanctions tools, such as LexisNexis Bridger, and on-chain transaction monitoring solutions.
- Proficient in Google Suite, Slack, and Apple MacOS.
Additional Information:
- This position qualifies for day-one PERM sponsorship for eligible candidates.
- Compensation is determined by factors like experience, skill set, qualifications, and organizational needs. Compensation packages may vary by location.
- Base Salary Range: $145,000 - $192,500
- Annual Bonus Target: 15%
- Additionally, this role offers Equity & Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans. A flexible vacation policy, 10 days of paid sick leave annually, and 11 paid holidays in the U.S. are provided.