AML Analyst

As an AML Analyst at VALR, a global crypto exchange serving over 1.7 million registered users and 2,000 corporate and institutional clients, you investigate financial crime, monitor transactions, and strengthen compliance controls. You work within a team dedicated to building a just financial system while managing the regulatory demands of a multi-jurisdiction crypto platform licensed by South Africa's FSCA with approval in Europe.

What you'll do

• Conduct sanctions screening and review PEP/DPIP alerts, including escalations and follow-up investigations
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) investigations and prepare comprehensive investigation reports
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures, including potential account restrictions or client offboarding
• Monitor and assess client transaction activity to identify unusual patterns and potentially suspicious behaviour
• Conduct periodic client reviews and reassessments of risk classifications
• Perform onboarding due diligence and reputational risk assessments for new retail and institutional clients
• Develop, review and enhance AML compliance processes, policies and procedures
• Identify gaps in internal controls and contribute to the development and implementation of remediation plans
• Collaborate with business units and risk stakeholders to strengthen AML monitoring, controls and reporting
• Support the design and implementation of new compliance tools, frameworks and automation initiatives
• Prepare and present bi-weekly and monthly reports to internal compliance stakeholders

What you bring

• Demonstrated experience in AML, financial crime compliance or fraud monitoring, preferably within the crypto asset or financial services industry
• A good understanding of AML regulations and local and international compliance frameworks, including the FIC Act and FATF standards
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with a high level of attention to detail
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of compliance tools and transaction monitoring systems
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a high-stakes environment
• Demonstrated integrity, independence and a commitment to ethical, values-aligned decision-making
• A relevant qualification or practical experience in Finance, Law, Business or a related field (a formal degree is advantageous but not essential)

Nice to have

• Chainalysis certifications or other relevant blockchain analytics training

What we offer

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards
• Discretionary bonuses recognising your contribution to VALR's growth
• Preferential Tier 5 trading fees on VALR, with no monthly trading volume required
• An annual professional development allowance plus scheduled company training sessions
• Fully remote work from anywhere with secure, stable internet connectivity
• Statutory leave compliance for your country plus flexible leave options
• A Mac laptop and a discretionary allowance for home office setup (yours to keep after three years)
• Lunch provided when working from the Johannesburg Head Office
• Team retreats that blend professional development with team bonding

About VALR

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Johannesburg, VALR is a global crypto exchange backed by Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures and Fidelity's F-Prime Capital. It offers Spot Trading, Spot Margin, Perpetual Futures, Staking, Lending, Borrowing, OTC services, VALR Invest, Crypto Bundles, and VALR Pay, serving over 1.7 million registered users and 2,000 corporate and institutional clients worldwide.