The AML Operations Analyst will manage alerts and investigations related to money laundering risks in cryptocurrency, ensure compliance, and participate in team growth.
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About the role
The AML Operations team is responsible for the detection and mitigation of inherent and residual money laundering and terrorism financing risks. As a crypto AML/CTF subject matter expert, the Analyst will be responsible for managing alert and case investigations and contributing to the overall development and enhancement of Wealthsimple’s AML program. This role will require attention to detail, innovative thought, resourcefulness, and the ability to apply a rational, research-oriented approach to the work at hand.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Review and adjudicate alerts that are generated using standard policies, procedures, and tools aimed at meeting internal and external AML regulatory requirements.
- Alerts include, but are not limited to:
- (1) Cryptocurrency Transaction Monitoring alerts
- (2) Cryptocurrency AML Ledger Screening
- (3) Fiat Transaction Monitoring alerts
- (4) Name Screening matches against relevant Adverse Media, PEP, Economic Sanctions and Terrorism Lists
- (5) Unusual Transaction Reports (UTR)
- Document and report investigation findings and prepare comprehensive case files with required supporting documentation.
- Draft Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Large Virtual Currency Transaction Reports (LVCTRs) for filing to FINTRAC.
- Engage in critical thinking and leverage data analysis techniques and pattern detection to uncover financial crime.
- Manage multiple alerts/cases at a time and maintain Service Level Agreements within specified timeframes.
- Participate in bi-weekly calibration sessions with peers and relevant internal staff to shape and enhance the growth of the team and the AML program overall.
- Work collaboratively with peers and managers to help drive execution, meet quality and production goals and deadlines.
What You'll Bring:
- 1+ years of experience with a cryptocurrency exchange conducting AML/CTF and blockchain investigations. Working experience with blockchain investigation/analysis tools (such as Chainalysis) is a must-have to apply.
- 2+ years of AML/CTF experience with a financial institution or financial services company.
- Thorough understanding of AML/CTF risks and regulations, and crypto crime typologies.
- Knowledge of transaction monitoring and name screening processes.
- Experience performing AML/CTF investigations including writing detailed cases, providing recommendations, and filing of regulatory reporting.
- Have a high level of precision and attention to detail.
- Investigative mentality; identifies gaps and challenges, asks the right questions at the right time, and looks beyond the obvious for solutions.
- Ability to do independent research.
- Resourceful, persistent and able to thrive in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to take ownership with a proactive, not reactive, approach.
- Great communication skills, both verbally and via written reports.
- Passionate about technology, and eager to grow in the crypto and AML industries.
Why Wealthsimple?
🤑 Competitive salary
📈 Retirement savings matching plan using Wealthsimple for Business
🌴 Generous PTO offerings
🌎 A wide variety of peer and company-led Employee Resource Groups (ie. Rainbow, Women of Wealthsimple, Black @ WS)
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Technology & Innovation at Wealthsimple
We believe the future belongs to those who innovate boldly. At Wealthsimple, every team member is expected to lean into new technologies, including AI and tooling, to rethink how we work, solve problems faster, and create even greater value. We're looking for people who are not just comfortable with change but energized by it. Our commitment is to build a company that evolves at the pace of the world around us, and we want you to help lead that future.
DEI Statement
At Wealthsimple, we are building products for a diverse world and we need a diverse team to do that successfully. We strongly encourage applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Accessibility Statement
Wealthsimple provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know, and we will work with you to provide the necessary support and make reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation. We are continuously working to improve our accessibility practices and welcome any feedback or suggestions on how we can better accommodate candidates with accessibility needs.
Top Skills
Chainalysis
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