Senior AML Investigator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Malta.

📋 Description

• Lead intricate investigations into the highest-risk and multi-jurisdictional activities, encompassing structuring, layering, sanctions evasion, and fraud.

• Execute on-chain tracing and attribution analysis on high-risk flows, converting technical findings into clear, accessible conclusions.

• Act as Strike's internal expert on bitcoin investigations and serve as the escalation point for complex tracing issues.

• Review investigative work and written outputs produced by junior team members.

• Maintain credibility with law enforcement, auditors, and regulatory examiners.

• Compose narratives of suspicious activities and prepare filing packages for review by the BSA Officer.

• Recognize emerging patterns and incorporate them into monitoring rule design, threshold adjustments, and reduction of false positives.

• Contribute to the development of Strike's AI tools in investigative processes and establish human-review standards.

• Identify and escalate anomalies or suspicious behaviors, providing recommendations on customer risk assessments.

• Influence business areas and guide key business decisions within Strike's compliance program.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in AML, financial crime, or fraud investigations.

• At least 2 years specifically focused on blockchain or digital asset investigations.

• Proven experience in multi-hop tracing through peel chains, consolidations, behavioral changes, and nested services.

• Exceptional analytical skills and judgment in dealing with ambiguous facts and escalations.

• Excellent written communication skills with a strong history of producing SAR narratives and case files.

• In-depth knowledge of BSA/AML obligations, OFAC sanctions requirements, and standards for SAR filings.

• Proficient in using Chainalysis, TRM Labs, open-source research, and KYC/case management tools.

• Practical experience in applying AI tools professionally.

• Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.

• Ability to operate with a high sense of urgency.

• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equity in a rapidly growing startup.

• Reimbursement for cell phone and internet expenses.

• Flexible paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave.

• No trading fees when buying and selling bitcoin on Strike.

• Competitive salary based on location.

• Additional benefits vary by location.