FIU Associate, Transaction Monitoring
Blockchain.com, a prominent software platform for digital assets worldwide, is on the lookout for exceptional talent to join their Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) as a FlU Associate specializing in Transaction Monitoring. As part of a global team of experts, you will be involved in investigating suspicious activity and mitigating financial crime risks within a leading digital asset platform. Ideal candidates should be adaptable, motivated, and collaborative individuals who excel in fast-paced environments. If you possess experience in financial investigations and are eager to work in the cryptocurrency space, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Responsibilities include conducting thorough investigations on escalated AML alerts, analyzing transactional patterns, and providing feedback for improving transaction monitoring rules and systems to enhance efficacy.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate AML alerts escalated by the Transaction Monitoring Alert Triage Team, analyzing transactional data to assess potential money laundering risks.
- Conduct complex investigations into on-chain financial crime, identifying trends and typologies.
- Provide feedback to enhance transaction monitoring rules and systems for increased effectiveness in identifying suspicious activity.
- Analyze blockchain data to uncover patterns, trends, and potential risks, providing actionable insights.
- Develop, refine, and deploy scripts to manage and manipulate large datasets efficiently.
- Review transactions and various sources to ensure compliance with acceptable use policies and regulations.
- Document investigation findings, prepare case files with required documentation, and provide concise written summaries of investigations.
- Review and request SoF and SoW information to support decision-making processes.
- Handle escalations from internal teams, coordinating with cross-functional departments as needed.
- Monitor trends and patterns to assist in improving transaction monitoring capabilities and detection effectiveness.
- Collaborate with internal teams to enhance AML detection strategies and ongoing monitoring system improvements.
Requirements:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in AML, compliance or related fields.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment with good organizational and time management skills.
- Basic proficiency in MS Excel, Google Spreadsheets, and MS Word.
- Previous experience in Compliance, Fraud Prevention, or transaction monitoring preferred.
- Professional background in fintech or cryptocurrency companies advantageous.
Compensation & Perks:
- Flexible vacation policy.
- Access to unlimited technical resources and company library.
- Apple equipment provided.
- Opportunities for learning and development in other areas beyond AML.
- Full-time salary based on experience with equity in the company.
Salary range for this role is between 32,000 to 42,000 EUR based on skill set and experience.
Blockchain is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. They uphold a discrimination-free workplace and solely hire based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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