Crypto EDD Specialist: Financial Crime & Compliance

First Citizens Bank; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate in a hybridChicago-based role. The position leads EDD reviews for crypto clients, ensuring AML/KYC compliance and regulatory alignment, and acts as a SME for high-risk digital assets.

Collaboration with Compliance, Internal Audit and risk teams is required to drive strong governance and process improvements. The role emphasizes ongoing education on cryptocurrency developments and proactive risk mitigation, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 4 year of EDD review experience in Fintech, Banking, KYC Compliance, Risk Management OR High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 8 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Enhanced Due Diligence Reviews: Perform thorough EDD reviews on new and existing clients engaged in the broader Crypto ecosystem, ensuring regulatory compliance and internal policies.

Skills

EDD Reviews

Regulatory Compliance

Subject Matter Expert

Risk Analysis

Reporting & Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate in a hybridChicago-based role. The position leads EDD reviews for crypto clients, ensuring AML/KYC compliance and regulatory alignment, and acts as a SME for high-risk digital assets.

Collaboration with Compliance, Internal Audit and risk teams is required to drive strong governance and process improvements. The role emphasizes ongoing education on cryptocurrency developments and proactive risk mitigation, with