Crypto Enhanced Due Diligence Specialist — Risk & Compliance

First Citizens Bank; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate for a hybrid role in Dallas, TX. You will join the EDD team to assess crypto-related clients and ensure compliance with BSA/AML standards.

You will lead complex reviews, mentor others, and collaborate with Compliance and Audit to respond to examinations while staying current on crypto developments and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 4 years EDD review experience in Fintech, Banking, KYC Compliance, Risk Management
• Or High School Diploma with a minimum of 8 years EDD review experience
• ACAMS, CCAS, or CFE certifications are preferred
• Strong understanding of blockchain and AML risks related to cryptocurrency

Responsibilities

• Enhanced Due Diligence Reviews: perform thorough EDD reviews on crypto clients ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Regulatory Compliance: ensure compliance with EDD, KYC, BSA, Sanctions and AML regulations for crypto ecosystem
• Subject Matter Expert: act as SME on high-risk crypto reviews and coordinate with Compliance, Internal Audit and other departments
• Risk Analysis: identify and manage risks, profile clients by risk, analyze transactions to spot red flags
• Reporting & Training: provide risk metrics and training to stakeholders to promote a culture of compliance
• Maintain awareness of policy changes and evolving crypto developments

Skills

KYC Compliance

AML Risk Analysis

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

ACAMS Certification

CCAS Certification

CFE Certification

Job description

First Citizens Bank is seeking a Cryptocurrency Enhanced Due Diligence Associate for a hybrid role in Dallas, TX. You will join the EDD team to assess crypto-related clients and ensure compliance with BSA/AML standards.

You will lead complex reviews, mentor others, and collaborate with Compliance and Audit to respond to examinations while staying current on crypto developments and regulatory changes.