Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes

About the role

As a Blockchain Investigator at Crypto.com, you will work closely with the Head of Investigations and the VP of Compliance to mitigate risks related to financial crimes in the cryptocurrency space. Your expertise will be crucial in conducting advanced investigations and providing insights that shape the company's compliance strategies.

You will proactively identify risks associated with illicit activities, utilize blockchain analytics tools to trace funds, and collaborate with global teams to ensure effective case management. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex issues to various stakeholders.

The salary range for this position is competitive, starting at $100,000 and going up to $165,000.

Skills that matter here

• Blockchain Analytics: This role utilizes blockchain analytics tools to trace illicit funds and identify risks.
• Financial Crimes Investigations: You will conduct investigations into financial crimes affecting the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
• AML Compliance: The role involves ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and standards.
• Transaction Monitoring: You will review and assess transaction monitoring controls for effectiveness.

Who this role suits

• Candidates should have a strong background in blockchain and financial crime investigations.
• The ideal person is detail-oriented and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills are essential for translating complex issues to diverse audiences.
• Experience in fostering collaboration and a positive team environment is important.

From the employer

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.