AML Compliance Analyst

Polymarket; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & equity

Unlimited PTO

Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage

401k match

Hardware setup - MacBook Pro, big desk

Job summary

Polymarket is hiring an AML Compliance Officer to oversee and implement our AML/CTF program across the DCM and DCO, aligning with CFTC, FinCEN and related guidance. You'll work with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology to maintain effective monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation practices.

You will develop policies, conduct risk assessments, manage KYC/CDD for participants, and provide AML training and regulator coordination. Stay current on regulatory changes to update procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of AML/CTF experience in financial services.
• Knowledge of CFTC rules applicable to DCMs and DCOs.
• Strong understanding of Bank Secrecy Act, FinCEN requirements, and U.S. AML framework.
• Experience with AML monitoring systems and KYC/CDD processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, and internal controls for both the DCM and DCO.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate money laundering or terrorist financing risks.
• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and documentation/retention of AML records.
• Manage the KYC/EDD for high-risk participants, monitor ongoing customer activity for unusual behavior.
• Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs and promote a culture of compliance.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Analytical skills

Regulatory communication

Investigative mindset

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Law/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AML monitoring systems

KYC/CDD processes

Job description

About Polymarket

Polymarket is the world's largest prediction market platform. We enable individuals to express views on real-world events by trading on outcomes across politics, economics, sports, culture, and current affairs. Built as a peer-to-peer marketplace with no centralized "house," Polymarket aggregates diverse opinions into transparent, market-based probabilities that reflect collective expectations about the future.

We're growing fast - both in terms of volume ($21B traded in 2025) and adoption as an alternative news source. Our ambition is to become a ubiquitous beacon of truth in global media and we need your help adding fuel to the fire.

About the role

Polymarket is hiring an AML Compliance Officer to oversee and implement our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance program. This role ensures adherence to all applicable federal regulations - including the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), CFTC rules, and FinCEN guidance - across our CFTC-registered Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO). You'll work closely with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to maintain effective monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation practices.

What you'll do

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, and internal controls for both the DCM and DCO, ensuring compliance with CFTC, FinCEN, and other relevant regulations

• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate potential money laundering or terrorist financing risks

• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity detection, reporting, and proper documentation and retention of AML-related records

• Manage the KYC process and enhanced due diligence for high-risk participants, monitoring ongoing customer activity for unusual or suspicious behavior

• Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs and promote a culture of compliance across the organization

• Serve as the primary point of contact for AML inquiries from regulators and law enforcement, and coordinate regulatory examinations and audits

• Stay current on regulatory changes and recommend updates to AML policies and procedures as required

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred

• 2+ years of AML/CTF experience in financial services, with exposure to derivatives, futures, or commodities markets

• Knowledge of CFTC rules and regulations applicable to DCMs and DCOs

• Strong understanding of the Bank Secrecy Act, FinCEN requirements, and U.S. AML regulatory framework

• Experience with AML transaction monitoring systems and KYC/CDD processes

• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with regulators, senior management, and operational teams

Benefits

• Competitive salary & equity

• Unlimited PTO

• Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage

• 401k match

• Hardware setup - new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories