Compliance Operations Lead Transaction Monitoring
About the Role
You will own and operate the transaction monitoring program for both blockchain and fiat transactions. You will manage monitoring systems and contractor L2 review processes, translate transaction data into risk-based recommendations, produce clear monitoring procedures and regulatory narratives, collaborate with engineering and product to improve real-time monitoring, and track emerging regulatory guidance to adapt monitoring strategies.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in BSA/AML compliance, with deep understanding of FATF guidance and global regulatory expectations
- Demonstrated experience with both blockchain and fiat transaction monitoring systems and suspicious activity reporting processes
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and risk-based recommendations
- Experience balancing operational output with strategic initiatives in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated experience using AI tools to improve how you work
- SQL proficiency for data analytics, metrics and dashboard reporting preferred
Responsibilities
- Own and manage the comprehensive transaction monitoring program, including annual red flag assessments and implementation of new regulatory guidance
- Oversee contractor staffing and performance, ensuring L2 review processes meet quality standards and regulatory expectations
- Translate complex blockchain and fiat transaction data into actionable insights and risk-based recommendations for leadership
- Develop and maintain documentation for monitoring procedures and regulatory narrative-building
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams to implement real-time monitoring improvements
- Monitor emerging regulatory developments and industry best practices and adapt monitoring strategies accordingly
Benefits
- Equity
- Annual bonus (15%)
- Performance-based bonuses
- Competitive total compensation and benefits package