Onboarding Analyst
About Wintermute
Wintermute is a technology unicorn and a key player in the digital asset markets globally. As the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading company, Wintermute offers liquidity on major exchanges and trading platforms. The OTC desk provides a wide range of spot and derivatives products, catering to over 2,000 counterparties including crypto natives and traditional financial institutions. Wintermute actively contributes to the blockchain ecosystem through participation in DeFi, investments, partnerships, and incubations.
Role Overview
Wintermute seeks an Onboarding Analyst with expertise in customer KYC/AML processes onboarding compliant with risk-based approaches. The role involves managing legal entities and individuals' onboarding across diverse jurisdictions. The Onboarding Analyst reports to the MLRO, overseeing AML/KYC activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Efficiently onboard new counterparties and review documentation according to AML/CTF procedures.
- Conduct periodic KYC reviews and assist in maintaining relevant onboarding documentation.
- Perform risk assessments and conduct various screenings including wallet screening, PEP, Sanctions, and Adverse Media checks.
- Analyze counterparty data to provide insights for business development.
- Collaborate with various teams to optimize processes and enhance the counterparty experience.
Additional Responsibilities
- Analyze transaction monitoring alerts and determine AML/CTF-related transactions.
- Provide compliance support as needed, assisting with various compliance projects within the team.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 3 years in financial crime roles with experience in Elliptic and/or Chainalysis.
- Proficiency in US and UK Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and sanctions regimes.
- Experience in managing compliance processes at scale using automation and external tools.
- Ability to understand commercial strategy, learn new areas quickly, and work cross-functionally.
- Strong interest in algorithmic trading and cryptocurrencies.
Other Requirements
- Ownership mentality with a focus on company protection from compliance risks while fostering growth and success.
- Strategic thinker capable of hands-on execution and quick adaptation to fulfill tasks efficiently.
- Alignment with Wintermute culture values such as determination, ambition, humility, and drive to action.
- Merit-based mindset valuing deliverables over pedigree.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to work non-traditional hours if advantageous.
- Team player willing to work from the New York office.
Wintermute Offer
- Opportunity to join a rapidly-growing fintech company with personal ownership and accountability.
- Engaging projects in a dynamic industry, offering substantial learning and responsibilities.
- Collaborative company culture emphasizing informality, ambition, professionalism, and entrepreneurship.
