Senior Crypto AML & Sanctions Strategist

SoFi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SoFi in New York is seeking a Crypto AML & Sanctions Advisor to support compliance for digital assets and crypto products. You’ll help identify and mitigate money laundering, sanctions evasion, and other illicit finance risks across the crypto ecosystem, reporting to the Crypto Compliance Officer.

The role requires deep knowledge of BSA/AML, OFAC, and transaction monitoring, with 8+ years in crypto compliance. Collaboration with Compliance, Product, Engineering, and Investigations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 8+ years in AML or financial crime compliance, with crypto experience.
• Strong knowledge of crypto products and blockchain risks.
• Experience with compliance and transaction monitoring controls.
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations and enforcement actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on financial crime risks across crypto product lifecycle.
• Advise on AML, sanctions, and KYT controls for token trading, wallets, and custody.
• Assess new products and vendors and implement appropriate controls.
• Develop and enhance crypto AML policies, monitoring, and governance.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments and industry best practices.
• Support regulatory examinations and internal audits related to digital assets.

Skills

AML

Sanctions

Financial crime

Digital assets

Blockchain analytics

KYT

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Chainalysis

TRM Labs

Elliptic

Job description

SoFi in New York is seeking a Crypto AML & Sanctions Advisor to support compliance for digital assets and crypto products. You’ll help identify and mitigate money laundering, sanctions evasion, and other illicit finance risks across the crypto ecosystem, reporting to the Crypto Compliance Officer.

The role requires deep knowledge of BSA/AML, OFAC, and transaction monitoring, with 8+ years in crypto compliance. Collaboration with Compliance, Product, Engineering, and Investigations is essential.