Financial Crime Analyst (AML)

eToro; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative trading platform is seeking a Financial Crime Analyst to enhance its AML efforts. In this role, you will design and implement internal procedures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, develop KYC tools, and ensure compliance with CySEC regulations. You will also lead training programs and assist in monitoring AML fraud. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AML, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a passion for innovative solutions. Join a dynamic team at a fast-growing company that values collaboration and investor education, and make a significant impact in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in AML Department, strong knowledge of CySEC regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AML procedures and KYC tools.
• Monitor regulatory developments and report to CySEC.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Knowledge of CySEC Regulations

Knowledge of Cryptocurrency

Education

AML CySEC Certificate

CySEC Advanced Certificate

Tools

KYC Tools

Job description

eToro is the trading and investing platform that empowers users to invest, share and learn. We were founded in 2007 with the vision of a world where everyone can trade and invest in a simple and transparent way. We have created an investment platform that is built around collaboration and investor education. On our platform, users can view other investors’ portfolios and statistics, and interact with them to exchange ideas, discuss strategies and benefit from shared knowledge. We have over 38 million registered users from 100 countries and our platform is available in 20 languages. We are a fast growing business with over 1,500 employees across 13 offices around the globe, strategically positioned to serve the needs of users. You can find out more about eToro here.

We are constantly growing and are excited to share that we are looking for a Financial Crime Analyst (AML) to join our team!

What will you be doing?

• Design and implement the internal procedures and controls relevant to the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing.
• Develop the company’s KYC tools and verification protocols, in line with the regulatory guidance.
• Design and monitor anti-money laundering policies and procedures of the company in line with the CySEC regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement training programs for AML & CTF for the staff.
• Lead the dynamic implementation of the regulatory requirements in the client onboarding process & verification.
• Assist the Risk Management team with monitoring / combating AML fraud.
• Handle all communication / reporting to CySEC related to anti-money laundering.
• Prepare internal evaluation reports & handle reporting to MOKAS.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring of the relevant regulatory development from CySEC / FCA, relevant to the Company’s business.
• Report to the AML Compliance Officer & assist with the conduct of the AML Compliance Monitoring Program.

Requirements

• Previous experience in AML Department in a CIF for at least 2 years.
• Knowledge and experience with CySEC regulations.
• Extensive experience with ISR/SARs.
• Open to creative solutions & business innovation; a team player.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; must be comfortable communicating with senior management and the regulator.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Knowledge of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MICA) regulation and the Travel Rule as they pertain to cryptocurrency transactions will be considered an advantage.
• General understanding of the cryptocurrency domain, including blockchain technology, crypto exchanges, and digital assets - an advantage.
• AML CySEC Certificate will be considered an advantage.
• CySEC Advanced Certificate will be considered an advantage.
• English - at mother tongue level; Greek – an advantage.