AML/KYC Officer (Crypto)

Position

Festanstellung

Mid

Andere

Konditionen

Zug, Switzerland

Endet in 30 Tagen

Anforderungen

4+ J. Erfahrung

EU/EFTA-Bewilligung

Skills

CAMS certificationCDDStakeholder engagementCrypto transaction tracingComplex ownership structuresAnalytical Thinkingrisk assessmentsBlockchain technologyKYCContract draftingsanctions screeningRegulatory assurance

Beschreibung

Your Core Responsibilities

AML/KYC Counterparty Reviews

Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and periodic reviews for crypto counterparties
Conduct risk-based counterparty reviews with exposure to enhanced due diligence (EDD) requirements
Analyze complex ownership and control structures, including offshore and layered structures where relevant
Assess AML/CTF and sanctions risks associated with counterparties, products and jurisdictions
Manage escalations relating to high-risk counterparties and onboarding matters
Conduct independent AML/KYC risk assessments and determine appropriate risk classifications
Prepare high-risk cases and escalation memos for senior stakeholder approval

Screening & Risk Analysis

Conduct adverse media and sanctions screening using relevant screening tools
Identify and assess AML/CTF and sanctions-related red flags associated with crypto counterparties and digital asset activities
Review wallet-related information and blockchain intelligence outputs where applicable
Provide AML/CTF subject matter expertise on onboarding and counterparty risk matters

Stakeholder & Counterparty Engagement

Engage directly with counterparties regarding AML/KYC requirements and documentation requests
Work closely with Trading, Legal, Compliance and operational teams on onboarding and risk matters
Provide practical AML guidance to internal stakeholders on crypto-related risks and controls

Governance & Regulatory Support

Support AML/KYC enhancement initiatives and control improvements
Draft and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures and guidance materials
Assist with internal audits, regulatory reviews and remediation actions
Remain current on AML/CTF regulatory developments, sanctions frameworks and industry expectations relevant to digital assets

Aufgaben

Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and periodic reviews for crypto counterparties
Conduct risk-based counterparty reviews with exposure to enhanced due diligence (EDD) requirements
Analyze complex ownership and control structures, including offshore and layered structures where relevant
Assess AML/CTF and sanctions risks associated with counterparties, products and jurisdictions
Manage escalations relating to high-risk counterparties and onboarding matters
Conduct independent AML/KYC risk assessments and determine appropriate risk classifications
Prepare high-risk cases and escalation memos for senior stakeholder approval
Conduct adverse media and sanctions screening using relevant screening tools
Identify and assess AML/CTF and sanctions-related red flags associated with crypto counterparties and digital asset activities
Review wallet-related information and blockchain intelligence outputs where applicable
Provide AML/CTF subject matter expertise on onboarding and counterparty risk matters
Engage directly with counterparties regarding AML/KYC requirements and documentation requests
Work closely with Trading, Legal, Compliance and operational teams on onboarding and risk matters
Provide practical AML guidance to internal stakeholders on crypto-related risks and controls
Support AML/KYC enhancement initiatives and control improvements
Draft and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures and guidance materials
Assist with internal audits, regulatory reviews and remediation actions
Remain current on AML/CTF regulatory developments, sanctions frameworks and industry expectations relevant to digital assets

Anforderungen

4+ years of AML/KYC/CDD experience within crypto, trading, banking, payment institutions or other regulated financial institutions
Strong understanding of enhanced due diligence (EDD) requirements and risk-based AML/KYC assessments
Prior familiarity with AML/CTF risks and typologies relevant to digital assets and crypto markets is preferred (but not mandatory)
Experience conducting independent risk assessments and exercising sound judgement
Familiarity with crypto transaction tracing and wallet screening tools is preferred
Knowledge of relevant AML/CTF legislation, including sanctions frameworks
Experience dealing with complex legal entity structures and institutional counterparties
CAMS certification preferred; crypto-related AML certifications are a plus
Strong analytical and investigative mindset
Ability to independently manage complex AML/KYC matters from onboarding through ongoing monitoring
Confident communicator, capable of interacting directly with counterparties and senior stakeholders
Pragmatic and risk-based approach to problem solving
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and evolving regulatory environment
High level of ownership, accountability and attention to detail

Vorteile

A high-impact role in a small, expert team holding significant regulatory responsibility
A collaborative, high-performance culture that rewards ownership and initiative
Exposure to AML operations across multiple jurisdictions
Support to obtain CAMS certification if not already held

Unternehmen

IMC

Finance

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.