FIU Sanctions Analyst

About MoonPay 🌖💸

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Hi, we’re MoonPay. We’re here to onboard the world to Web3.

‍Why?

Because we think Web3 is a unique and democratising technology. It gives people back control of their money, digital identity, data, and property like nothing else before it.

‍What We Do
We’re the leading infrastructure company in Web3. This means we offer our partners everything from payment solutions (we call them 'Ramps') to minting software for digital collectibles, like NFTs. And over 30 million people around the world now trust our products — just take a look on Trustpilot.

We’re also big on collaborations. And we've worked on stunts, drops, and partnerships with some of the world's most prestigious and forward-thinking brands.

But that’s not all. We have also built our own consumer app because we wanted to see if we could build a better Web3 account. It’s taken off in a big way, and we're working hard to continually improve it and to strive for perfection.

So whatever your background, we’re sure there’s something for you here. Come help us build the future of Web3 and digital ownership.

🌔 About the Opportunity

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is responsible for safeguarding the MoonPay platform against financial crime and money laundering activities. Leveraging advanced analytics and blockchain tracing tools, it collects and analyses huge volumes of data to identify potentially suspicious activities. The team collaborates with regulatory bodies, submitting suspicious activity reports (SARs) and sharing intelligence to combat financial crime.

The Sanctions Analyst will play a crucial role in our Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), ensuring that MoonPay operates in full compliance with global sanctions regulations and robust internal standards.

Working closely with the Global Sanctions Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

This is a global position that supports all operating businesses within the MoonPay family across the U.S., UK, Europe, and beyond.🚀 What you will do

• Investigate, analyze and resolve sanctions and other screening alerts
• Conduct analysis of customer transactional activity (e.g. crypto trading, money movement) from a sanctions perspective
• Work with team members to determine whether to close cases, escalate findings and/or file a report with agencies such such as the Office of Foreign Assets Control
• Observe sanctions regulatory reporting requirements
• Conduct research using available systems and proprietary tools to identify relevant information
• Keep up-to-date with industry news and developments both in OFAC and BSA/AML, as well as in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space
  

• A passion for harnessing the power of digital currency and blockchain technology, as well as services built on top of them
• Expertise in AML and sanctions regulations, risks, and typologies
• Approximately 3 years of relevant experience in the financial sector, particularly in FinTech and/or crypto, with a preference for experience in sanctions and/or screening
• First-rate decision-making skills, bias for action, and sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to handle shifting priorities and thrive in a dynamic environment. Comfortable to work independently and upskill on new tools and technology
• Interested in cryptocurrency, blockchain and financial crime detection
  

Bonus points for:

• CGSS/ACAMS/ ACFCS or ICA accreditation
• Experience with blockchain analytics software
• Crypto compliance certifications