AML Operations Specialist

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Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
In-Office
3K-500 Annually
Junior
Financial Services
The Role
As an AML Operations Specialist, you'll review alerts for suspicious activities, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to AML standards.
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Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. 

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.

OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

About the Opportunity:

In this business critical role, you will be taking on a crucial role in ensuring OKX adhere to the internal as well as industry's standard of AML practice. You will be taking on the role in ensuring accurate detection of suspicious or fraudulent activities as well as taking an active participation in driving AML-oriented improvement projects within the team.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Conduct daily reviews and triaging of alerts utilizing real-time blockchain analytics monitoring, manual reports or internal/external referrals.
  • Review potential matches against various regulatory watchlists and conduct additional research to ascertain validity of matches; escalate potentially suspicious activity to management.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and monitor suspicious transactions to identify potential money laundering activities.
  • Where appropriate, facilitate Requests for Information (RFIs) with cross-functional staff in the investigation of transaction monitoring cases.
  • Conduct research using internal and external sources to help determine potentially suspicious activity and disposition of adverse news.
  • Create, update and maintain files and records related to all supporting information used in mitigating the alerts.
  • Work closely with other teams, such as Compliance, Legal, and Risk, to ensure that all AML-related activities are aligned with the company's overall compliance strategy.
  • Assist with the validation of the transaction monitoring system or any updates required.

What We Look For in You:

  • 2 years experience in conducting AML related alert reviews, account activity analysis and due-diligence in a financial services / fin-tech / payments or e-commerce based industry.
  • Ability to work within shift-work mode arrangements
  • Strong command in English language both spoken and written.
  • Completion of tertiary education 

Nice to Have:

  • Prior experience working in a multi-national or matrix environment.
  • Knowledge with AML/CFT/Sanctions, money transmission regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Familiarity with commonly used transaction monitoring & reporting tool(s), such as Solidus Labs, Chainalysis, or Notabene.
  • Relevant industry certifications, e.g. CAMS.
  • Cryptocurrency experience is a plus.
  • Fluency in Mandarin Chinese 

Benefits & Perks:

  • Competitive remuneration package (Basic Salary + Shift Allowance + Yearly Performance Bonus).
  • Meal allowance up to RM 500/ month
  • Monthly team building allowances
  • RM 3,500 Training, Wellness & Flexi-benefits per annum
  • Convenient workplace (5 minutes walk from MRT TRX).
  • Insurance coverage for employees & dependents
  • Excellent prospects for career progression: We provide you with assistance, opportunities for skill development, mentoring, and training programmes to help you succeed.
  • Employee engagement, recognition and appreciation programs.
  • Multinational working environment: Advance your career by interacting with individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and nationality.

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Top Skills

Blockchain Analytics
Chainalysis
Notabene
Solidus Labs
Transaction Monitoring Tools
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The Company
Dublin, Dublin
1,073 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Founded in 2017, OKX is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency spot and derivatives exchanges. OKX innovatively adopted blockchain technology to reshape the financial ecosystem by offering some of the most diverse and sophisticated products, solutions, and trading tools on the market. Trusted by more than 20 million users in over 180 regions globally, OKX strives to provide an engaging platform that empowers every individual to explore the world of crypto.

In addition to its world-class DeFi exchange, OKX serves its users with OKX Insights, a research arm that is at the cutting edge of the latest trends in the cryptocurrency industry. With its extensive range of crypto products and services, and unwavering commitment to innovation, OKX’s vision is a world of financial access backed by blockchain and the power of decentralized finance.

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