AML Compliance Specialist

About the role

ZBX, a multi-disciplinary company licensed in Malta with an international background in the crypto-assets space, is recruiting an experienced full-time AML Compliance Specialist. The position is based in Malta with a hybrid working arrangement. You will join a close-knit team collaborating with operations and risk functions, reporting to the AML Lead and receiving regular training and guidance from the Head of Compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Onboard clients, carry out customer due diligence and customer risk assessment
• Run ongoing and transaction monitoring using various software tools
• Monitor and operate the AML/CFT, PEP and sanctions screening software and dashboards
• Help implement and maintain AML/CFT policies, procedures, business risk assessment and customer risk assessment
• Liaise with the MLRO and Compliance Officer on AML/CFT matters and recommend system and procedural improvements
• Support regulatory reports, returns, questionnaires and correspondence with regulators
• Support compliance monitoring, internal reviews, regulatory gap assessments and follow-up on deficiencies

Required profile

• Legal, compliance and/or AML/CFT experience in crypto-asset services, iGaming, payments or e-money services
• Good working knowledge of Maltese and EU AML/CFT laws and regulations
• Understanding of financial crime typologies and best practice for managing money-laundering risks
• Relevant AML/CFT training and/or certification
• Experience in customer onboarding, due diligence and fast-paced transaction monitoring
• Fluent English; a second foreign language is a plus
• Strong communication, critical thinking, prioritisation and teamwork skills

Required skills

• Understanding of cryptocurrencies and crypto-asset services
• Knowledge of blockchain analytics tools such as Chainalysis or Elliptic
• Understanding of blockchain technology principles