Support the design, maintenance and enhancement of AML frameworks, policies, procedures, controls, and tooling as they relate to digital assets, blockchain technology and cryptocurrency
Provide support to design and enhance the risk framework and controls required to manage risk associated with digital assets and emerging banking solutions ensuring alignment with BSA/AML and sanctions compliance standards
Conduct due diligence and risk assessment of digital assets prospects and clients
Evaluate suitability and effectiveness of prospect and client AML compliance programs
Conduct small‑group training sessions on crypto‑related financial crime typologies and investigations tactics
Identify suspicious transactions and coordinate with Financial Investigations Unit for potential Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) filings
Conduct deep‑dive risk assessments on new product and service offerings involving digital assets or emerging banking solutions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or in lieu of degree, a combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or relevant work experience
Strong knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, virtual asset service providers, wallets, and DeFi platforms
Experience with blockchain analytics and compliance tools
Experience in leading complex anti‑money laundering and/or financial crimes investigations
Strong analytical, investigative and documentation skills
Advanced ability to apply critical thinking skills and to challenge management
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective ability to organize projects and keep efforts on track
Advanced ability to strategically seek critical information and ensure responses convey complex and/or nuanced concepts in an effective and understandable manner
Effective ability to independently manage work across initiatives, exhibiting a high degree of flexibility, productivity, and ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail