Trade Surveillance Consultant

A cryptocurrency brokerage trading firm is looking to hire an experienced Trade Surveillance Consultant to join their team and work on a contract assignment in Midtown, NYC (hybrid position).

This is a 4-6 month contract opportunity and interviewing ASAP!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Transaction and Trade Surveillance Specialist, you will:

● Conduct thorough reviews of account activities, including trading, deposits, withdrawals, and public domain engagements, sanctions and negative media screening, ensuring alignment with internal policies.

● Utilize judgment in reviewing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) investigations, adhering to all regulatory standards.

● Trade activity/investigation judgment, adhering to all regulatory standards.

● Manage case timelines effectively, escalating issues as needed.

● Engage in departmental projects, scenario testing, and initiatives aimed at enhancing model effectiveness and investigation processes.

● Stay abreast of new regulations and potential risks, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

● Assist AML Compliance Officer to ensure that the branch’s AML procedures, manuals, trainings and programs are kept current and relevant for Transaction Monitoring.

● Perform other ad hoc duties as required for the Transaction Monitoring and Reporting Team.

● Communicate effectively with internal and external partners.

Qualifications:

● Proficiency in Mac OS and G Suite (Google Workspace) is required, as these tools are integral to our daily operations.

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/education in relevant fields.

● 2-5 years of regulatory compliance experience in financial services, legal, accounting, or related control functions.

● Familiarity with AML laws, regulations, and the risk/operational aspects of financial institutions.

Pay: $50-$53/hr