Compliance Analyst, AML Investigations
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As a Compliance Analyst focused on AML Investigations at OKX, you conduct thorough investigations into suspicious account activities and help detect financial crimes. You join the Compliance function, a team of risk-minded problem solvers who advise the business on regulatory obligations and enterprise risk. You'll work across multiple global offices to investigate transaction monitoring alerts, prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), and apply logical research techniques using internal and external investigative resources.
What you'll do
- Conduct thorough investigations on users' account activities as a result of transaction monitoring alerts
- Collaborate cross-functionally in the investigation of transaction monitoring cases where appropriate
- Make determinations and recommend escalation decisions on cases investigated
- Prepare SAR materials and draft SAR narratives
- 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 during investigation
- Assist with ad hoc projects including QA alert dispositions, validation of the transaction monitoring system or any updates, training, and other compliance initiatives
What you bring
- 3+ years of experience conducting AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution
- Strong writing, analytical and communications skills, with the ability to execute tasks within tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues across regions and business units
- A self-starter approach with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and results-driven mindset
- Excellent command of spoken and written English
Nice to have
- Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment
- Knowledge of AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices
- Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring and reporting tools such as Chainalysis
- Relevant industry certifications such as CAMS
- Cryptocurrency experience
What we offer
- Competitive total compensation package
- Learning and development programs and education subsidies for your growth and development
- Team building programs and company events
- Wellness and meal allowances
- Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants
About OKX
OKX is a leading crypto exchange and developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized applications. OKX is also a trusted brand for hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets, backed by Proof of Reserves. OKX is part of OKG, a group bringing blockchain value to users worldwide.
Context for this role
From the live jobs we track on CryptoJobsHQ, updated daily.
OKX has 139 open roles on CryptoJobsHQ: 30 in Legal & Compliance, 24 in Engineering and 20 in Marketing. 1% are fully remote, most of the rest in Hong Kong and Singapore. The median advertised base salary is $230k, from 22 listings that publish pay.
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