AML Specialist

10 Hours ago • 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The AML Specialist will be responsible for conducting AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution. The role involves reviewing alerts, conducting risk assessments, monitoring transactions, and investigating potential money laundering activities. They will work closely with other teams to ensure AML-related activities align with the company's compliance strategy, and will be responsible for creating and maintaining files and records to mitigate alerts. The successful candidate will utilize internal and external investigative resources and apply logical research techniques.

Must have:

3+ years of AML-related experience in financial services.
Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to work with colleagues.
Self-starter, organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Good to have:

Prior experience in a multi-national or matrix environment.
Knowledge of AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations.
Familiarity with transaction monitoring & reporting tools like Chainalysis.
Relevant industry certifications, e.g. CAMS.
Cryptocurrency experience.

Perks:

Competitive total compensation package.
Learning and development programs and education subsidies.
Team building programs and company events.
Wellness and meal allowances.
Comprehensive healthcare schemes.
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Job Details

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About The Opportunity

The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company. We're a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on the company's regulatory obligations and enterprise risk.

The successful candidate will have prior AML transaction monitoring and investigations experience in the financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries. You will help detect unusual activity, suspicious/illegal behaviors and patterns, as well as assist in projects focused on preventing and detecting financial crimes.

As part of the AML Investigations team, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of tasks such as investigations, conducting enhanced due diligence, preparing narrative information for SAR filings, and participating in ad-hoc projects as needed. You will utilize internal and external investigative resources and apply logical research techniques.

What You’ll Be Doing

Conduct daily reviews and triage alerts utilizing real-time blockchain analytics monitoring, manual reports, or internal/external referrals.
Review potential matches against various regulatory watchlists and conduct additional research to ascertain the validity of matches; escalate potentially suspicious activity to management.
Conduct regular risk assessments and monitor suspicious transactions to identify potential money laundering activities.
Where appropriate, facilitate Requests for Information (RFIs) with cross-functional staff to investigate transaction monitoring cases.
Conduct research using internal and external sources to help determine potentially suspicious activity and disposition of adverse news.
Create, update, and maintain files and records related to all supporting information used in mitigating the alerts.
Work closely with other teams, such as Compliance, Legal, and Risk, to ensure that all AML-related activities are aligned with the company's overall compliance strategy.
Assist with the validation of the transaction monitoring system or any updates required.

What We Look For In You

* 3+ years experience in conducting AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution.
Strong writing, analytical and communications skills. Must be able to execute tasks within tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with colleagues across regions and business units.
Should be a self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and results driven.
Excellent command of spoken and written English is required.

Nice-To-Haves

Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment.
Knowledge with AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices.
Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring & reporting tool(s), such as Chainalysis.
Relevant industry certifications, e.g. CAMS.
Cryptocurrency experience is a plus.

Perks and Benefits

Competitive total compensation package.
Learning and development programs, and education subsidies for employees' growth and development.
Team building programs and company events.
Wellness and meal allowances.
Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants.
More that we love to tell you along the process!