Senior Financial Integrity Manager, Policy

Circle is seeking a candidate to join their innovative financial technology team. The company operates at the forefront of the advancing internet of money, enabling seamless global transactions at a fraction of the cost and time taken by traditional settlement systems. Circle’s ambition is to drive economic prosperity globally through enhanced digital payments, commerce, and market opportunities. As part of a culture built on values such as Multistakeholder, Mindfulness, Driven by Excellence, and High Integrity, employees work collaboratively in a remote yet united environment that values diversity and flexibility.

Role Overview:

In this role within the Policy team, the successful candidate will primarily be responsible for leading risk analysis efforts by identifying emerging ecosystem trends and developing strategies to address potential risks that could affect trust and safety. Deep familiarity with large datasets is essential to pinpoint threats related to Circle and USDC effectively. The position entails collaborating across different focus areas, working closely with internal risk partners to devise plans, recognizing areas for improvement, and overseeing execution. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills to facilitate effective cross-team cooperation and will demonstrate a rigorous, analytical, and strategic approach to problem-solving. They will also need to delve deeply into new product features to evaluate their impact on existing policies and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough investigations into various illicit activities like market manipulation, money laundering, fraud, etc., and take necessary actions to mitigate financial crime risks within policy guidelines.
• Develop both quantitative and qualitative metrics to draw insights from internal and external data sources.
• Utilize existing data to identify nefarious networks and activities, tracing fund flows using blockchain tools.
• Collaborate with teams internally and externally to identify potential threats accurately and proactively.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on complex analyses and recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Assist in designing and implementing dashboards for managing and monitoring risk indicators.
• Perform intricate blockchain analytics to support crucial strategic, legal, compliance, and operational needs.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Risk Management counterparts to identify risks, document controls, and drive continuous improvement.
• Drive the establishment of Key Performance Indicators, Key Risk Indicators, and other metrics to assess and monitor program effectiveness.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders to enhance existing procedures and controls continually.

Candidate Requirements:

• Over 10 years of experience in investigative data analysis, particularly of large networks, with a profound ability to extract strategic insights from quantitative datasets.
• Knowledge and experience in cybercrime and online investigations is essential.
• Strong track record in program and project management with a collaborative approach towards working with cross-functional team leaders.
• Proficiency in organizing and coordinating cross-functional efforts, influencing teams, and driving high-priority initiatives to completion.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic industry, possessing the agility to respond swiftly to evolving demands.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on achieving results efficiently.
• Exceptional data investigation, analysis, and interpretation skills.
• Outstanding written communication skills, displaying the ability to distill abstract concepts into easily understandable documentation.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, able to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work well under pressure.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Slack, and Apple MacOS is preferred.

Additional Information:

• This position offers day-one PERM sponsorship for qualified candidates.
• Circle promotes an inclusive financial future and values transparency. Compensation ranges and packages are tailored considering various factors such as experience, skill set, and organizational requirements.

Accepted Location: U.S

• Base Pay Range: $160,000 - $207,500
• Annual Bonus Target: 17.5%
• Additional Benefits: Equity, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Discretionary Vacation Policy, 10 paid sick days/year, and 11 paid holidays/year
• Circle is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability is not tolerated. Additionally, Circle observes the E-Verify program in specific locations as required by law.

Note:

Candidates are encouraged to apply based on their qualifications, experience, and alignment with company values and goals.