Principal Compliance Associate - FIU

The Opportunity

• Perform in-depth investigative research on the most complex and highest risk cases, delving into companies and/or individuals who are clients, and connected parties by utilizing a range of internal data (e.g. transaction activity, KYC) and external data (e.g. blockchains, internet, media, legal, corporate and other publicly available records and databases). Investigations entail Kraken’s operations globally
• Analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data sets to produce in-depth and high-quality written reports that provide assessments of money laundering and terrorist financing
• Maintain thorough records and supporting documentation for all investigations
• Identify the strategic implications for Kraken of these investigations and other developments in on-chain ML/TF trends, and work with internal partners to identify mitigations
• Liaise with other operations and Regional Compliance Officers and Money Laundering Reporting Officers as needed during an investigation or in relation to strategic or control matters arising
• Take ownership of operational processes and cross team initiatives and make them work efficiently and effectively
• Mentor members of staff on how how to conduct better financial and crypto investigations
• Actively develop knowledge of criminal methods and AML typologies, applying this knowledge through analysis of transaction data to identify unusual activity
• Stay abreast on industry standards and developments in the areas of crypto crime and compliance, BSA/AML, and OFAC, and apply regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures to case investigations
• Take on ad-hoc compliance projects to a high standard with minimal oversight (e.g. process improvements, deliver response to new regulatory requirements)

Skills you should HODL

• Minimum four-year degree or equivalent experience
• Ultra advanced industry knowledge and crypto investigations experience (private or government sector)
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written
• Resourceful, and inquisitive mindset with an ability to analyze structured and unstructured data from disparate sources and identify patterns and develop conclusions
• Experience of mentoring and training
• Experience of engaging with high level internal and external stakeholders credibly and in a manner that safeguards the interests of the company
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to take ownership of work product and consistently deliver results in a high case volume production environment
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel including the ability to perform data analysis
• Ability to learn new technologies and systems for conducting data analysis

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Law, International Relations, Business Administration, Finance, or similar field
• CAMS certification and/or blockchain investigations accreditation(s)
• Proficiency in another language
• Ability to undertake weekend/shift working