AML Investigator

Inspired by Bitcoin's vision of financial freedom, we are committed to empowering individuals to transact and connect seamlessly across the globe. From the early days of the Bitcoin revolution, our mission has been to champion freedom through innovative, reliable, and accessible technology—ensuring that everyone, everywhere, has the tools to participate in a truly open and borderless world.

We are driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and financial empowerment. By prioritizing education and delivering a cutting-edge platform, we enable users to seamlessly buy, hold, and trade digital assets with confidence. As the digital asset landscape rapidly evolves, we stay ahead—offering state-of-the-art trading services that empower both individuals and global liquidity providers. Our forward-thinking, agile approach ensures that financial freedom is not just a vision, but a reality for all.

Our team, composed of visionary individuals with practical expertise, focuses on crafting solutions to the market's toughest challenges. Despite our global presence and impact, we maintain a small, technology-focused core, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

We value integrity and autonomy, empowering our team to contribute from concept to launch. Driven by a passion for lifelong learning and a commitment to advancing freedom, we prioritize high-caliber products and services, with a proven track record of innovation that draws on the dexterity of our teams.

Innovation

At Bitfinex, we merge technology and skill to create an environment where your involvement isn't just appreciated—it's pioneering the future and pushing boundaries in finance. Our culture values bold creativity, a passion for technology, and a deep belief in Financial Freedom.

Flexibility & Global Reach

We believe in trust, autonomy, and results—our team operates remotely, ensuring you work from anywhere while collaborating with some of the best talents across the world. We thrive on innovation, autonomy, and breaking new ground.

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Much like the crypto industry itself, our projects move fast, break new ground, and make an impact. Your contributions reach our global audience, shaping the narrative of a decentralized future.

A Team that Thrives on Collaboration

We blend seasoned experts with fresh creative minds, ensuring constant innovation, mentorship, and a dynamic work environment that keeps you at the forefront of achieving your goals. We see integrity and standing up for what is right as the most important qualities.

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At Bitfinex, we're committed to continuous learning—whether through technological advancements, creative workshops, or mentorship from leading professionals in the industry.

If you're excited about partaking in shaping the narrative of decentralized finance, you'll feel right at home

We're looking for: AML Investigator

The primary purpose of this position is to efficiently and effectively conduct and adjudicate, (i.e. investigate) referrals of unusual activity made to the Compliance Team with a view to timely, (within regulatory timelines) SAR submission within applicable jurisdictions or closing the referral as not suspicious supported by articulated reasoned argument.

The incumbent is a member of the Compliance Investigations Team reporting directly to the Manager Compliance, with a dotted line to the Chief Compliance Officer, (CCO). The incumbent will also work closely with the Manager Fraud / Customer Support, the AML Investigator Law Enforcement Liaison and peer AML Investigators in addressing both fraud, and money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions risks.

The incumbent will maintain and develop strong relationships and network amongst peers in the industry to learn and share best practices and investigative techniques.

In performing the role, the incumbent will continuously strive to continuously self-develop and enhance their skill sets incl. understanding blockchain technology, virtual currencies, suspicious activities in the space, criminals' modus operandi and best investigative practices to mitigate against the risk of money laundering, financing terrorism or violating sanctions on behalf of Bitfinex and to ensure the company's robust Regulatory Compliance.

The incumbent will provide strong input into the design and delivery of investigative and AML training to other members of Bitfinex, particularly Compliance colleagues, and will share knowledge gained from investigations by way of case studies/examples as required.

• Conducting investigations assigned by the Manager Compliance to determine risk exposure to Bitfinex and mitigating risks by SAR filing, recommendations for account closure, freezing of funds as applicable.

• Providing support to Customer Help Desk / Legal Team requests for investigative assistance.

• Communication with customers, agents, and internal attorneys as applicable.

• University education (Preferred)

• Experience in an investigative function

• Demonstrated AML experience incl. customer and enhanced due diligence, (CDD/EDD), AML/CTF/Sanctions Investigations, SAR/STR reporting

• Basic knowledge of blockchain technology, (enhanced in the role)

• CAMS/CBP designation (Preferred)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, (decision-making)

• Demonstrated attention to detail

• Organizational understanding, (enhanced in the role)

• Flexible Work & Remote-Friendly Culture

• Mentorship & Growth

• Competitive Pay

• Career Development Opportunities

• Supportive Team Environment

• Learning & Knowledge Sharing

• Team-Building Activities

• Social activities (online & in-person)

Ready to join us in bringing Financial Freedom to all?

If you're a visionary who thrives at the intersection of technology, knowledge and innovation, we want to hear from you

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