Requirements
- •4+ years of AML/CFT compliance experience within a regulated financial services or virtual assets business
- •Solid, working knowledge of Maltese AML/CFT law and regulation, including the PMLA (Cap. 373), FIAU Implementing Procedures, and applicable EU directives
- •Proven, hands-on experience with STR/SAR investigations and submissions, including use of the FIAU's goAML reporting system
- •Experience in the crypto / virtual assets sector, with familiarity with VASP business models and crypto-specific AML risks
- •Knowledge of blockchain analytics tools and their application to transaction monitoring
- •Relevant professional qualification: CAMS (ACAMS), ICA Diploma in AML, or equivalent
- •Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to document investigation findings clearly
- •Fluency in English required
What You'll Do
- •Support the end-to-end STR/SAR process, including internal investigation, documentation, and submission to the FIAU via the goAML platform
- •Conduct case reviews of flagged transactions, applying sound judgement to assess reasonable grounds for suspicion
- •Maintain accurate case records in line with regulatory record-keeping requirements
- •Monitor FIAU typology guidance and incorporate relevant findings into day-to-day monitoring activity
- •Contribute to a range of AML and compliance workstreams as directed by the MLRO, including policy reviews, risk assessments, CDD/EDD process improvements, and regulatory change implementation
- •Assist with the preparation of AML/CFT reports for senior management and the Board
- •Support training initiatives to ensure staff across the Malta entity understand and meet their AML obligations
- •Liaise with Group compliance and legal teams to ensure consistency between entity-level and group-wide standards
- •Apply knowledge of the VASP regulatory framework in Malta (VFAA, MFSA rules) to day-to-day compliance activity
- •Support the use of blockchain analytics tools (e.g. Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs) in transaction monitoring and investigations
- •Stay current on crypto AML typologies and developments such as the FATF Travel Rule and MiCA implementation
Nice to Have
- •Prior experience in a Deputy MLRO or senior AML role within a crypto-native or fintech business
- •Familiarity with MiCA and its AML/CFT implications for VASPs operating in the EU
- •Experience operating in a multi-entity or group compliance environment
- •Prior exposure to FIAU or MFSA supervisory visits or regulatory enquiries
Benefits
- •Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it
- •Unlimited books policy; order the technical resources you need or simply pick something up from our company library
- •Apple equipment
- •Learning and development opportunities in other areas than AML in the future
- •Full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company
- •Hybrid role based in our Malta office, with a mandatory in-office presence four days per week
About Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com is a developer of a digital assets platform that offers ways to buy, hold, and use cryptocurrency.
London, UK
250 - 500
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency