Crypto EDD Specialist | AML & Compliance Leader

First Citizens Bank; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate to join the EDD team. You will lead crypto-related reviews to ensure compliance with BSA/AML, KYC, and sanctions requirements across Corporate Bank clients.

The role is hybrid and may be hired in Raleigh, Phoenix, Dallas, Austin or Chicago. You will collaborate with risk, compliance, and relationship teams while staying current on crypto developments and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years EDD review experience in Fintech, Banking, KYC Compliance, Risk Management OR High School Diploma with 8+ years of experience.
• Licenses/certifications: ACAMS, CCAS, or CFE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough EDD reviews on crypto-related clients to ensure regulatory compliance and KYC integrity.
• Serve as SME on high-risk crypto reviews and coordinate with Compliance, Internal Audit, and other departments.
• Lead risk assessments and profiling of clients based on risk factors like business type and geography.
• Develop and report risk metrics; train and guide staff on EDD policies and practices.

Skills

EDD reviews

KYC compliance

AML regulations

Risk analysis

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fintech/Banking

ACAMS / CCAS / CFE certification

Job description

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate to join the EDD team. You will lead crypto-related reviews to ensure compliance with BSA/AML, KYC, and sanctions requirements across Corporate Bank clients.

The role is hybrid and may be hired in Raleigh, Phoenix, Dallas, Austin or Chicago. You will collaborate with risk, compliance, and relationship teams while staying current on crypto developments and regulatory changes.