High Risk Trader Onboarding Analyst (Fully Remote)

Topstep; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Seven holidays

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

Topstep, a financial trading and onboarding services company, is seeking an AML/KYC analyst to review Tier-2 identity verification escalations, including synthetic identities and document tampering.

You will perform Enhanced Due Diligence on elevated-risk traders, collect and evaluate financial documents, and compile structured case files. This remote-first role emphasizes clear case narratives and collaboration with compliance teams to escalate complex scenarios.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of AML/KYC/EDD or fraud operations experience.
• Working knowledge of identity verification platforms and screening databases.
• Strong written communication; ability to author concise case narratives.

Responsibilities

• Review Tier-2 identity verification escalations, including suspected synthetic identities and document tampering.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence on elevated-risk traders, collecting and evaluating financial documentation.
• Compile structured case files and escalate complex scenarios to senior analysts and compliance teams.

Skills

AML/KYC experience

Due diligence

Documentation review

Job description

• Review and disposition Tier-2 identity verification escalations, including suspected synthetic identity and document tampering.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence on elevated-risk traders, collecting and evaluating financial documentation.
• Compile structured case files and escalate complex scenarios to senior analysts and compliance teams.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of operational experience in AML/KYC, EDD, financial crime investigations, or fraud operations.
• Working knowledge of identity verification platforms and screening databases.
• Strong written communication skills with ability to author concise case narratives.

Company Culture & Perks:

• Fully remote to hybrid environment with camera-on meetings and robust Slack communication.
• Seven company-paid holidays, generous family leave, and front-loaded paid time off.
• Competitive 401(k) matching, health/dental/vision insurance, and wellness contributions.

Topstep

Topstep provides financial trading and onboarding services, focusing on identity verification and enhanced due diligence for high-risk accounts. The company fosters a collaborative remote-first culture with competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on employee well-being.