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, working toward timely SAR submission within regulatory timelines or closing referrals as not suspicious. You report directly to the Head of Investigation Team with a dotted line to the Chief Compliance Officer, and 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, account closure recommendations, and fund freezing where applicable
• Provide support to the Customer Help Desk and Legal Team on investigative requests
• Communicate with customers, agents, and internal attorneys as needed
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with industry peers 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, criminal methods of operation, and best investigative practices

What you bring

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

Nice to have

• CAMS or CBP certification

What we offer

• 100% remote work, flexible hours
• Competitive pay
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Learning and knowledge sharing
• Team-building and social activities, both online and in-person

About Bitfinex

Bitfinex is a Bitcoin exchange committed to empowering individuals to transact seamlessly across the globe. The company offers state-of-the-art trading services for buying, holding, and trading digital assets, serving both individuals and global liquidity providers with a small, technology-focused, globally distributed team.