Compliance Analyst, AML Investigations - Malta

Job Description

OKX is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their AML Investigations team in Malta. The Compliance function at OKX is responsible for the overall compliance culture at the company. The successful candidate will have prior AML transaction monitoring and investigations experience in the financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries. He will help detect unusual activity, suspicious/illegal behaviors and patterns, as well as assist in projects focused on preventing and detecting financial crimes.

As part of the AML Investigations team, he will be responsible for conducting a variety of tasks such as investigations, conducting enhanced due diligence, preparing narrative information for SAR filings, and participating in ad-hoc projects as needed. He will utilize internal and external investigative resources and apply logical research techniques.

Role Involves:

• Conduct thorough investigations on users' account activities as a result of transaction monitoring alerts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally in the investigation of transaction monitoring cases.
• 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 incl. QA alert dispositions, validation of the transaction monitoring system or any updates, training, etc.

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in conducting AML-related account activity analysis, due diligence, and investigations in a financial services institution.
• Strong writing, analytical and communications skills. Must be able to execute tasks within tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with colleagues across regions and business units.
• Should be a self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and results driven.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English is required.
• Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment.
• Knowledge with AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring & reporting tool(s), such as Chainalysis.
• Relevant industry certifications, e.g. CAMS.
• Cryptocurrency experience is a plus.

OKX offers:

• Competitive total compensation package.
• Learning and development programs, and education subsidies for employees' growth and development.
• Team building programs and company events.
• Wellness and meal allowances.
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants.