Junior AML Compliance Analyst

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Who we are

We are a crypto fintech startup based in Sydney that made headlines around the world for partnering with Visa to launch the “CryptoSpend Card”. We have since rebranded into Wayex and continue to provide Aussies with innovative crypto solutions.

Our mission is to make life easier for Aussies wanting to spend their crypto and provide them with a simple, frictionless experience. To accomplish this mission, we've built tech solutions that allow instant Crypto-to-AUD transactions, so users can pay their bills in crypto, cash out their crypto into their bank accounts, and even spend through the Wayex Card in real-time as if it were a normal debit card.

We're looking for a highly motivated and versatile individual to join our team of industry leaders as we continue to grow and scale the platform to tens of thousands of users and beyond.

About the role:

You will be working with our senior AML Analyst on the company's logging and overall compliance reporting. You will be reporting straight to our senior analyst and working closely with our CEO and COO. You will be working to contribute to our Financial Crime risk management by investigating Transaction Monitoring and Customer Screening alerts, and making informed decisions on if matters need to be reported to the relevant authorities.

Your key skills and capabilities include:

Experience working with third parties for compliance purposes
Understanding of the AML/CTF Rules and regulations & Experience in ongoing advancement of AML/CTF program
Experience in writing SMR’s
General understanding of the regulatory bodies in the Commonwealth of Australia - exposure to environments regulated by AUSTRAC, ASIC, ATO, RBA, etc.
Ability to effectively analyse and identify risks in transaction monitoring.
The ability to identify risky behaviour, the ability to conduct transaction analysis and evaluate customer screening alerts
The ability to act appropriately and within regulation when risky behaviour is detected
Ability to work and organise yourself in an autonomous way.
Knowledge in the finance or banking industry is highly desirable. Knowledge of crypto is a plus.
KYC, ECDD, general DD and other compliance experience is considered highly credited
What's in it for you:

Flexible, hybrid (remote/office) working arrangements.
Office located within Sydney CBD
Opportunities for career growth, training, development, etc.
Opportunity to get proper experience in the crypto and fintech space
If you think this role is for you, then don't hesitate to apply!

Preferred Experience

- Background working in an established financial institution

- A minimum of 6 months in the field of compliance is required, preferably 1-1.5 years

- Knowledge or keen interest in crypto and blockchain is a plus

Australia
New South Wales
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