Head of Transaction Monitoring and Investigations

Lead a team of transaction monitoring analysts and investigators responsible for critical functions within Gemini’s AML/BSA/Sanctions program. This role requires in-person presence twice a week in Seattle, WA, New York City, NY, or Miami, FL.

Overview

Department

Compliance

Job type

Full time

Compensation

$150,000 - $215,000 per year

Location

Miami, United States

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Requirements

10+ years experience in AML investigations within the financial services space with at least 4+ years managing a team of investigators. Experience at a digital asset or fintech company is strongly preferred.

Experience collaborating with law enforcement on complex investigations.

Extensive experience presenting to regulators, auditors, and other third parties.

Strong knowledge of blockchain analytics is a must.

Deep knowledge of transaction monitoring systems, including testing and tuning.

Very strong verbal and written communication.

Ability to adapt to an ever changing regulatory environment in order to implement policies/procedures designed to keep the platform/ecosystem safe/secure.

BA/BS degree. Advanced degree/certifications preferred (JD/MBA/CAMS/CFE etc.).

Responsibilities

Oversee the AML transaction monitoring (TM), investigations, and financial crime intelligence function that supports the Gemini group globally.

Manage, lead, and mentor a team of transaction monitoring and investigations analysts conducting reviews of both fiat and blockchain activity.

Oversee the SAR filing process, ensuring the timely filing of high quality SARs.

Work closely with compliance technology partners to maintain and enhance transaction monitoring systems.

Advise on screening and monitoring systems tuning exercises.

Perform periodic Transaction Monitoring Coverage Assessments.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement bodies.

Present on the TM and investigations processes to regulators, auditors, and other third parties.

Provide regular MI/reporting to Head of Financial Crimes and other key members of Compliance.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

A discretionary annual bonus

Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant

Comprehensive health plans

401K with company matching

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible time off