The company is a prominent global virtual currency and blockchain company dedicated to providing users with a seamless and exciting platform for buying and selling virtual currencies. As a leader in enterprise blockchain technology, our vision is to establish a truly global Bitcoin and blockchain company that reflects the international nature of the virtual currency landscape. Our diverse and passionate international team is at the forefront of the FinTech industry, and we are currently offering an exceptional opportunity to join our dynamic team.
• *Role Overview: AML Compliance Manager**
We are actively seeking an AML Compliance Manager to join our Compliance department at bitFlyer. Reporting directly to bitFlyer's U.S. Chief Compliance Officer/AML Officer, this role involves contributing to the design and expansion of our AML operations to support the company's ambitious growth plans. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the CCO to oversee the AML program and team, focusing on transaction monitoring, investigations, customer identity verification, and due diligence. This position will require collaboration with our Japanese and European affiliates to execute strategic deliverables and effectively manage risk. Familiarity with Bitcoin and blockchain technology, as well as a working knowledge of NYDFS 504 requirements, are important assets for this role.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage daily Compliance operations, including customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity, and assist with filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when necessary.
• Review escalations from staff across various business lines, ensuring timely progress tracking and resolutions.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of related policies, procedures, and desktop manuals.
• Design and test AML controls, overseeing quality assurance, periodic rule tuning, and testing for Transaction Monitoring and Transaction Filtering scenarios.
• Conduct bitFlyer's BSA/AML Risk Assessment and assist with gathering required evidence for audit and examination requests.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in AML, providing direction and assistance on AML alert dispositions and support for US/Japan and EU operations.
• Strategically improve current workflow and system inefficiencies, automate manual processes, and collect and enhance operating metrics.
• Assist with compliance-related projects, trainings, and regulatory exams.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in AML investigations.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations and applicable rules (i.e., BSA, FinCEN, OFAC/Sanctions Requirements, NYDFS 504).
• Strong operations background with experience in conducting AML investigations.
• Experience in developing AML policies, procedures, and training.
• Experience working with NYDFS and other relevant regulators.
• B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent.
• Some data analysis experience and familiarity with data visualization solutions like Tableau, PowerBI, Python.
Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced degree: Masters, JD, etc.
• Experience with AML Compliance software (e.g., Actimize, Unit 21, Plaid, LexisNexis, etc.).
• Experience with blockchain analytics software (Chainalysis, Elliptic, etc.).
• ACAMS/ACFCS Certifications.
• Passion for working and learning in a fast-growing company.
• Why Join Us?**
We offer a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, a generous PTO plan, an employee wellness stipend, flexible work schedules, training and career development opportunities, a small and dynamic team with access to senior leadership, paid travel for on-site team events, and financial support for continued education or certification.
Employment Type: Full-Time
