AML Investigator - (100% remote Worldwide - LATAM)

As an AML Investigator at Bitfinex, you conduct and adjudicate referrals of unusual activity made to the Compliance Team with a view to timely SAR submission within applicable jurisdictions or closing the referral as not suspicious with reasoned argument. You are a member of the AML Investigations Team reporting directly to the Head of Investigation Team, with a dotted line to the Chief Compliance Officer. You work closely with Compliance, Customer Support, and peer AML Investigators to address fraud, money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions risks.

What you'll do

• Conduct investigations assigned by the Head of Investigation Team to determine risk exposure to Bitfinex and mitigate risks through SAR filing, recommendations for account closure, and freezing of funds as applicable
• Provide support to Customer Help Desk and Legal Team requests for investigative assistance
• Communicate with customers, agents, and internal attorneys as applicable
• Maintain and develop strong relationships and networks amongst peers in the industry to learn and share best practices and investigative techniques
• Continuously develop your skill sets including understanding of blockchain technology, virtual currencies, suspicious activities in crypto, criminals' modus operandi, and best investigative practices to mitigate money laundering, financing terrorism, and sanctions violations

What you bring

• Experience in an investigative function
• Demonstrated AML experience including customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence (CDD/EDD), AML/CTF/Sanctions investigations, and SAR/STR reporting
• Experience using blockchain analytics tools such as Chainalysis, TRM, or Elliptic
• Basic knowledge of blockchain technology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Nice to have

• University education
• CAMS/CBP designation

What we offer

• Fully remote work with flexible working arrangements
• Competitive pay
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Learning and knowledge sharing
• Team-building activities and social events (online and in-person)

About Bitfinex

Bitfinex is a bitcoin exchange committed to empowering individuals to transact and connect seamlessly across the globe. The company offers state-of-the-art trading services and a cutting-edge platform for buying, holding, and trading digital assets, with a global team operating remotely and maintaining a small, technology-focused core.