Compliance Analyst / Senior Compliance Analyst (Special Investigations)

The role

You will support the Special Investigations team by analyzing blockchain data to identify potential illicit activities, money laundering, and terrorist financing. You will conduct in-depth investigations of complex AML cases and collaborate with external partners and law enforcement.

What you will do

• Conduct in-depth investigations of complex AML cases through investigation of blockchain transactions.
• Analyze data to identify process gaps and recommend mitigating activities.
• Evaluate AML transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting requirements for applicable countries.
• Collaborate with external partners including financial institutions, government agencies, and blockchain companies.
• Work with law enforcement agencies, regulators, and legal teams to provide evidence for criminal investigations.
• Stay abreast of changes to the cryptocurrency industry, financial crime trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Support team training and knowledge sharing.

Required qualifications

• 3-5 years of direct and strong technical experience in BSA/AML investigations and operations in relevant financial crimes, transaction monitoring and investigation roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of BSA/AML, KYC regulations, risks and controls implementation globally.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency protocols, and decentralized networks.
• Experience performing in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, critical thinker and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment.
• Intuitive, highly ethical, and comfortable to question and challenge the status quo.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in writing detailed investigative reports and communicating complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working independently and with team members of all levels.

Nice to have

• Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment.
• Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring & reporting tool(s), such as Solidus Labs, Chainalysis, or Elliptic.
• Relevant certifications in blockchain technology, digital forensics, or financial crime investigations such as CAMS, CFCS

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and Education subsidy
• Various team building programs and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents

About the company

OKX is a leading crypto exchange and the developer of OKX Wallet. It is a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets.