Compliance Officer

About the Role:

As a Compliance Officer in the AML Operations team, you will play a key role in the day-to-day execution of the exchanges AML/CFT framework. You will be responsible for monitoring transactions, investigating alerts, supporting regulatory filings, and ensuring that customer onboarding and ongoing monitoring processes are aligned with FIU-India guidelines and global best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Transaction Monitoring & Investigations:

1. Review alerts generated by the Transaction Monitoring System (TMS) and escalate potential suspicious activity.

2. Conduct alert dispositioning, case investigations, and documentation.

3. Assist in preparing reports for Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other regulatory filings.

KYC/CDD/EDD Reviews:

1. Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) checks during onboarding and periodic reviews.

2. Support Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers, including source of funds/wealth verification.

3. Ensure adherence to KYC/KYB norms in line with PMLA and FIU-India guidelines.

Screening & Sanctions:

1. Conduct sanctions screening for customers and transactions (UN, OFAC, EU, domestic lists).

2. Monitor for PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons) and adverse media hits.

3. Escalate true matches and assist in remediation.

Reporting & Documentation:

1. Maintain accurate records of investigations, escalations, and closures.

2. Support preparation of regulatory submissions (e.g., STRs, CTRs).

3. Assist in responding to internal audit/regulatory queries.

Team & Process Support:

1. Collaborate with Compliance/Operations teams to improve workflows.

2. Participate in regular compliance training and contribute to process improvements.

3. Stay updated with emerging crypto/fintech AML risks and typologies.

Key Requirements:

1. Graduate in Commerce, Finance, Law, Economics, or related field.

2. 14 years of AML/KYC operations experience (Banking, Fintech, or VASP preferred).

3. Knowledge of PMLA, FIU-India reporting requirements, and FATF AML standards.

4. Hands-on familiarity with AML tools (transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, blockchain analytics).

5. Strong analytical and investigative skills, with attention to detail. 6. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Preferred Attributes:

1. AML certifications (e.g., NISM, CAMS, ICA, CFE) are an advantage.

2. Experience with blockchain analytics tools (Chainalysis, TRM Labs, SumSub, Elliptic) is a plus.

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Why Join Us?

1. Opportunity to work at the frontline of AML operations in India’s digital asset industry.

2. Gain exposure to cutting-edge tools and global compliance practices.

3. Be part of a mission to build a secure and compliant crypto ecosystem.