Compliance Analyst - AML Investigations

OKX; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Education subsidy

Team building programs

Wellness allowances

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

OKX is seeking an AML Investigator to join our Compliance team in the United States. You will conduct investigations on transaction monitoring alerts, perform enhanced due diligence, prepare SAR narratives, and support ad-hoc projects to prevent financial crime.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document findings, and help escalate cases when necessary. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in AML analytics, strong writing and analytical skills, and fluency in English, with a

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in financial services, FinTech or crypto.
• Strong writing, analytical and communication skills with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate across regions and business units.
• Self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and results driven.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations on users' account activities from transaction monitoring alerts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally in investigation of transaction monitoring cases.
• Make determinations and escalate decisions on investigated cases.
• Prepare SAR materials and draft SAR narratives.
• Conduct research using internal and external sources to determine suspicious activity.
• Create, update and maintain files and records for investigations.
• Assist with ad hoc projects including QA alert dispositions and system updates.

Skills

AML investigations

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal English

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter / detail-oriented

Education

CAMS (or related certification)

Tools

Chainalysis

Job description

Who We Are: At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual s freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Opportunity

The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company. We re a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on the company s regulatory obligations and enterprise risk.

The successful candidate will have prior AML transaction monitoring and investigations experience in the financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries. You will help detect unusual activity, suspicious/illegal behaviors and patterns, as well as assist in projects focused on preventing and detecting financial crimes.

As part of the AML Investigations team, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of tasks such as investigations, conducting enhanced due diligence, preparing narrative information for SAR filings, and participating in ad-hoc projects as needed. You will utilize internal and external investigative resources and apply logical research techniques.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct thorough investigations on users account activities as a result of transaction monitoring alerts.
• Where appropriate, collaborate cross-functionally in the investigation of transaction monitoring cases.
• Make determinations and recommend escalation decisions on cases investigated.
• Prepare SAR materials and draft SAR narratives.
• Conduct research using internal and external sources to help determine potentially suspicious activity and disposition of adverse news.
• Create, update and maintain files and records related to all supporting information used during investigation.
• Assist with ad hoc projects incl. QA alert dispositions, validation of the transaction monitoring system or any updates, training, etc.

What We Look For In You

• 3+ years experience in conducting AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution.
• Strong writing, analytical and communications skills. Must be able to execute tasks within tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with colleagues across regions and business units.
• Should be a self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and results driven.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English is required.

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment.
• Knowledge with AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring and reporting tool(s), such as Chainalysis.
• Relevant industry certifications, e.g. CAMS.
• Cryptocurrency experience is a plus.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L and D programs and Education subsidy for employees growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
• More that we love to tell you along the process!

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