Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Remote LatAm) BR – Bitfinex

Titulo da Vaga: Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Remote LatAm) BR

Nome da Empresa: Bitfinex

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Localização: São Paulo – SP

Descrição da Vaga: Founded in 2012, Bitfinex is a digital asset trading platform offering state-of-the-art services for digital currency traders and global liquidity providers. We’re on a mission to create the most innovative cryptocurrencies exchange. This is a unique opportunity, a rare window of time at the tipping point of the financial evolution. Much like the early days of the internet, blockchain technology faces complex new challenges and having the best team plays a pivotal role in success.Our team is fully remote and globally distributed to capture the best talent from around the world. So far our company has grown fast and stayed lean to secure its place as a leader in the space.If you get excited about being in an industry that is breaking new ground and have confidence that you can conquer the most challenging feats we’ll encounter, we want to talk to you. Join us, and help lay the foundation for a decentralized future.Currently looking for a:Transaction Monitoring AnalystThe primary purpose of this position is to develop and implement transaction monitoring algorithms to monitor for Anti Money-laundering, Terrorist Financing, Sanctions and other Compliance Risks to enable controls to be implemented to mitigate against detected risks using a risk-based approach.The incumbent will analyze and investigate alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system arising from fiat (wire and non-wire) and crypto (on-chain and off-chain) trades, deposits and withdrawals to mitigate risk exposure to the platform.In addition, the incumbent will assist the Manager Transaction Monitoring in building periodic specific and general reports providing analysis that identifies ML, TF and sanctions-related anomalies for the information of the Chief Compliance Officer and relevant Product Managers.The incumbent is a member of the Transaction Monitoring Team reporting directly to the Manager of Investigations and Transaction Monitoring. The incumbent will also work closely with other Bitfinex teams and peer AML Investigators in addressing both fraud, and money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions risks.In performing this role, the incumbent will continuously strive to self-develop and enhance their skill sets including the application of virtual currencies, documentation requirements, and account behaviour analysis in the context of KYC/AML/CTF and Sanctions.Duties include understanding the framework of our transaction monitoring rules on a risk-based approach as well as analyzing and evaluating data needed to assess referrals of unusual transaction activities. The incumbent must ensure that KYC/AML/CTF and Sanctions activities are observed at all times, issues are addressed appropriately, and matters escalated to management as required. Further, the identification and/or coordination of the implementation of process improvements relating to KYC/AML/CTF and Sanctions policies in conjunction with Bitfinex’s ToS as applicable are also imperative.Summary of Tactical Responsibilities Incl:– Initial assessment of referrals of unusual transaction activity;
– Report and analyze unusual documentation and/or information and/or query and/or transaction to/with Manager Investigations and Transaction Monitoring;
– Adjust risk parameters to ensure exposure falls within the platform’s risk appetite;
– Participate in applicable compliance training;
– Follow and implement KYC/AML/CTF and Sanctions-related policies, laws and regulations.
– Carry out cross-departmental communication when the need arises.
– Liaise with AML Analysts and/or users in respect of additional information required in order to verify
the presence of ML/TF concerns when required.
– Undertake evaluation and communicate findings and decisions to respective case stream team leader;
escalate and/or discuss with the Head of Investigations where required.In addition to the skill set preferred requirements listed below the incumbent must be able to work independently with minimum supervision, (seeking guidance as required) and confident in making decisions as delegated by the Investigations Team and Head of Investigations.Knowledge:o University education (preferred);o Experience in the compliance field;o Fair understanding or ability to understand AML/KYC/CTF related policies, laws and regulations,including enhanced due diligence, (CDD/EDD) and Sanctions;o Basic knowledge of blockchain technology, (enhanced in the role);o CAMS/CBP designation (preferred)Skills:o Excellent written and verbal communication skillso Ability to source and understand the content of documentation in various languages, types and formso Demonstrated critical-thinking skills, (decision-making)o Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy and consistencyo Self-motivated (ability to take initiative)o Proficient IT skills (Chrome, Open Search, Google Docs, Gmail, Word, Excel, etc.)o Organizational understanding (enhanced in the role)

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