AML Analyst-Digital Assets & Trading Activity

Unchain Data; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IUX is seeking an AML Analyst – Digital Assets & Trading Activity in Kuala Lumpur to support onboarding, monitoring, and financial crime risk management. You will collaborate with AML/KYC managers, L2 reviewers, and SMEs to ensure compliant case reviews and timely actions.

The role emphasizes KYC/CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, and remediation projects in a fast-paced fintech setting, with strong English communication and detail-oriented documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or related field.
• 1–2 years of AML/KYC Analyst experience in banking, fintech, payments, or financial services.
• Familiarity with KYC/case management platforms; Sumsub preferred.
• Exposure to World-Check/LSEG or similar screening tools.
• Solid AML/CFT fundamentals including CDD, EDD, SOF/SOW, PEP, sanctions.
• Strong attention to detail with solid case documentation.
• Ability to manage standard cases independently with escalation when needed.
• Good written and verbal English communication.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews for onboarding and ongoing client reviews.
• Review Sumsub alerts and cases within SLAs.
• Escalate complex/high-risk cases to L2/Senior Analysts or AML SME.
• Review SOF and SOW documentation and obtain additional information as required.
• Investigate AML red flags including screening hits and unusual activity.
• Maintain audit-ready case notes and documentation in Sumsub and CRM.
• Support remediation projects with trackers and audit samples.
• Assist with QA checks and adherence to AML/KYC policies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and escalate queries as needed.
• Support ad-hoc AML/KYC projects and assignments.

Skills

KYC/CDD/EDD reviews

Sumsub experience

World-Check/LSEG screening

AML/CFT fundamentals

Documentation/record-keeping

English communication

Planning & time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Law/Accounting/Business

Tools

Sumsub

CRM systems

Job description

The Role

The AML Analyst – Digital Assets & Trading Activity plays an important role within IUX's AML/KYC Compliance team, supporting client onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and financial crime risk management across our operations.

This role is ideal for an AML/KYC professional looking to develop deeper experience in digital assets, trading activity, transaction monitoring, CDD/EDD, and financial crime compliance within an international fintech environment.

You will work closely with the AML/KYC Manager, L2 Reviewers, Senior Analysts, and AML SME to ensure cases are reviewed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews for new client onboarding and ongoing/periodic client reviews.
• Review and action Sumsub alerts and cases within agreed SLAs.
• Escalate complex, unusual, or high-risk cases to L2/Senior Analysts or the AML SME.
• Review Source of Funds (SOF) and Source of Wealth (SOW) documentation and conduct client outreach where additional information is required.
• Investigate AML red flags, including screening hits, unusual account behaviour, PEP declarations, and other elevated-risk indicators.
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready case notes and supporting documentation within Sumsub and CRM systems.
• Support AML/KYC remediation projects by maintaining trackers, preparing audit samples, and following up on outstanding cases.
• Assist with quality assurance checks and ensure adherence to AML/KYC policies, SOPs, and procedures.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and elevate compliance-related queries where appropriate.
• Support ad-hoc AML/KYC compliance projects and assignments as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an AML/KYC Analyst role, ideally within banking, brokerage, fintech, payments, or financial services.
• Familiarity with KYC and case management platforms, with Sumsub experience preferred.
• Exposure to screening tools such as World-Check/LSEG or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of AML/CFT fundamentals, including CDD, EDD, SOF/SOW reviews, PEP screening, and sanctions screening.
• Strong attention to detail with good case documentation and record-keeping practices.
• Ability to independently manage standard cases while recognising when escalation is required.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify inconsistencies and potential AML red flags.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and time-management skills.
• Team player who is comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience within fintech, brokerage, trading, payments, or digital assets/crypto.
• Hands‑on experience using Sumsub for KYC or AML case reviews.
• Exposure to transaction monitoring or investigation of unusual client activity.
• Experience reviewing SOF/SOW documentation and conducting EDD.
• Familiarity with digital asset or cryptocurrency‑related financial crime risks.
• Experience supporting AML remediation, audit, or quality assurance exercises.

Interview Process

Stage 1 – Initial Interview (HR Screening)

Introduction, career background, communication skills, AML/KYC experience, and role alignment.

Stage 2 – Technical Interview

Discussion on KYC/CDD/EDD, AML investigations, SOF/SOW reviews, sanctions and PEP screening, case management, and escalation processes.

About IUX

At IUX, we are more than just a brokerage firm – we are a global fintech with a presence spanning Asia, MENA, and Latin America. As we continue to expand into Europe and beyond, we are seeking top talent to join our dynamic team. Our mission? To revolutionize the trading experience through cutting‑edge technology, seamless execution, and a client‑centric approach. If you're looking for a fast‑paced environment where innovation meets opportunity, IUX is the place for you!