Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes, US

In this role, you will:

• Proactive Typology/Risk Identification: Be at the forefront of risk identification by proactively identifying exposure to illicit typologies, such as potential sanctions evasion, money laundering and scams. Evaluate external threat intelligence referrals.


• Advanced Blockchain Investigations: Document and map complex illicit networks and trace illicit funds through blockchain networks by using blockchain analytics tools like Chainalysis or TRM Labs.


• Global Risk Management: Work with global MLROs to provide investigative support and relevant insights to ensure case completion.


• Interdiction: Evaluate suspected wallet addresses against established fraud typologies to make data-driven blacklisting decisions and maintain interdiction controls.


• Transaction Monitoring Controls: Conduct reviews of transaction monitoring controls and rules to confirm their accuracy and comprehensive effectiveness.


• Digital Assets Reviews: Review digital asset listings to provide potential risk insights. Exhibit and present an understanding of on-chain exchange infrastructure.


• Law Enforcement Support: Liaise, as appropriate, between law enforcement and internal stakeholders to support anti-financial crimes initiatives. Support regulatory inter-agency frameworks and on-chain controls related to FinCEN Section 314(b) processes, global sanctions compliance, and FinCEN 311-related restrictions.


• Training: Train, as needed, other members of the Financial Crimes team on advanced blockchain investigatory techniques, evolution in typologies and new threats.

• 3+ years related experience in Blockchain Analytics, Financial Crimes Investigations, AML Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, etc.
• Strong understanding of crypto-specific financial crime threats, including familiarity with movement of funds on UTXO and account-based networks, job/investment scams, and cross-border fraud networks.
• Proven expertise utilizing on-chain forensics platforms and tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs). Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and/or Elliptic certifications preferred.
• Working familiarity with digital asset compliance standards and regulations, including the PATRIOT ACT and FinCEN 311/314(b) guidelines and global sanctions regimes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex crypto and compliance issues for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to execute against changing priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Experience and examples of fostering a positive team environment and collaboration.
• Professional compliance certifications or specialized blockchain compliance certifications are highly preferred.

• Competitive salary
• Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
• Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid set-up
• Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.