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Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Cryptocurrency)

City of London Temporary £200 - £300 per day View Job Description
A Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Cryptocurrency) is needed to analyse and investigate suspicious transactions while maintaining the company's risk and compliance standards. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of cryptocurrency transactions, strong analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.
  • 6 month temporary role
  • Working for a Fintech Payments Firm

About Our Client

My client is a growing fintech payments platform based in the City of London. They are looking to hire a Transaction Monitoring Analyst on a temporary basis to join their team.This is a hybrid role, with 3 days working in the office, close to Liverpool Street station.The candidate needs to have previous working knowledge of crypto transaction monitoring.

Job Description

Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Cryptocurrency), City of London

  • Monitor and analyse cryptocurrency transactions across various blockchains, including but not limited to Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), and stablecoins like USDC and USDT.
  • Conduct investigations into suspicious cryptocurrency transactions using Chainalysis to trace blockchain activity and identify patterns of financial crime.
  • Monitor fiat currency transactions in major currencies such as USD, EUR, GBP, and JPY for any indicators of suspicious activity.
  • Develop and refine transaction monitoring rules and scenarios to detect suspicious behaviour in both cryptocurrency and fiat transactions.
  • Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with appropriate regulatory bodies, focusing on AML and CTF concerns.
  • Collaborate with compliance, legal, and operational teams to resolve transaction monitoring alerts and enhance the efficiency of the monitoring process.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging threats in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.
  • Support audits and regulatory examinations related to cryptocurrency and fiat transaction monitoring

The Successful Applicant

A successful Transaction Monitoring Analyst (Cryptocurrency) should have:

  • Proven experience in cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, AML, CTF, or financial crime investigations, preferably within a fintech or crypto-focused organization.
  • Proficiency with Chainalysis and other blockchain analysis tools (e.g., Elliptic, TRM Labs).
  • Strong understanding of major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, as well as knowledge of various blockchain protocols.
  • Familiarity with fiat currencies and experience in monitoring transactions across both traditional and digital financial systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., BSA, FinCEN, FATF), especially as they apply to cryptocurrency.

What's on Offer

The successful candidate will be paid between £200 - £300 per day, based on experience.

Contact
Ashley Roope
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6656756
Phone number
+44 207 269 1749

Job summary

Job function
Compliance
Subsector
Compliance Monitoring
Sector
Financial Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Ashley Roope
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 1749
Job reference
JN-022025-6656756