Data and Payments Compliance Analyst - (100% REMOTE)

About the role

This role involves supporting the Data & Payments and Compliance teams by performing operational and analytical tasks. Key responsibilities include assisting with Transaction Monitoring (TM), KYT, and Travel Rule processes, as well as supporting payment processing activities for Acquire & Redeem. The analyst will conduct basic case reviews, validate data, and maintain accurate case files and documentation.

The position also requires supporting alert triage and escalation processes, handling internal data requests, and assisting with reporting. Communication with clients and banking partners is part of the role, as is following documented procedures and workflows. The analyst will contribute to internal projects and process improvement initiatives, escalating issues, risks, and anomalies to senior team members.

Success in this role means maintaining data accuracy and operational integrity while developing expertise in AML, blockchain, and investigative techniques. The analyst will contribute to Tether's mission of pioneering digital finance solutions, enabling secure and cost-effective digital token transactions across blockchains, with a focus on transparency and trust.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $169,000.

Skills that matter here

• AML: This role requires introductory experience in AML, including customer and enhanced due diligence, and investigations related to AML/CTF/Sanctions.
• blockchain: A basic understanding of blockchain technology is needed, which will be further developed on the job.
• data analysis: The role involves analytical tasks, data validation, and assisting with internal data requests and reporting.
• transaction monitoring: The analyst will assist with Transaction Monitoring (TM) processes, KYT, and Travel Rule compliance.

Who this role suits

• A person with a background in an analytical or investigative function.
• Someone who has introductory AML experience and basic knowledge of blockchain technology.
• An individual who is detail-oriented and committed to maintaining data accuracy and operational integrity.
• A candidate eager to develop their skills in digital finance, AML, and investigative techniques within a remote work environment.

From the employer

• Support Data & Payments and Compliance teams with operational and analytical tasks.
• Assist in Transaction Monitoring (TM), KYT, and Travel Rule processes.
• Support Acquire & Redeem payment processing activities.
• Perform basic case reviews and data validation.
• Maintain accurate case files and documentation.
• Support alert triage and escalation processes.
• Assist in internal data requests and reporting.
• Support client and banking partner communications.
• Follow documented procedures and workflows.
• Contribute to internal projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop AML, blockchain, and investigative knowledge.
• Escalate issues, risks, and anomalies to senior team members.
• Maintain data accuracy and operational integrity.
• Other duties as assigned by senior team members.

• Secondary education (University or College Preferred).
• Experience in an analytical or investigative function.
• Introductory level AML experience including customer and enhanced due diligence (CDD/EDD), and AML/CTF/Sanctions Investigations.
• Basic knowledge of blockchain technology (enhanced in the role).
• CBP designation (Preferred).
• ACAMS designation (Preferred).

• 100% remote work.
• Competitive salary range of $85,000 - $169,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work with a global team and contribute to innovative fintech solutions.