Compliance Analyst

Ws seeking a highly motivated Compliance Analyst to support our AML/BSA and regulatory compliance program. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a long-term career in cryptocurrency, broker-dealer compliance, and digital asset regulation.

The successful candidate will work directly with the Chief Compliance Officer and will support customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, Travel Rule compliance, regulatory reporting, vendor oversight, and compliance project management. This role combines automated compliance systems with manual ("four-eye") reviews to maintain a strong compliance framework.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform KYC/CIP reviews using Sumsub and other compliance platforms.
• Conduct manual four-eye reviews of higher-risk customers and exceptions.
• Maintain and reconcile the Travel Rule exception log and related documentation.
• Review blockchain transaction alerts generated by Chainalysis.
• Investigate AML and sanctions alerts and document disposition decisions.
• Perform sanctions screening using OFAC, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, and internal procedures.
• Support Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) investigations and case documentation.
• Assist with periodic AML/BSA monitoring and regulatory reporting.
• Support state Money Transmission License (MTL/MSB) regulatory filings.
• Assist with internal audits, regulatory examinations, and independent AML reviews.
• Coordinate with technology vendors, including Sumsub, Chainalysis, Forter, and other compliance providers.
• Track compliance projects, regulatory deadlines, policy updates, and remediation items.
• Prepare management reports, compliance metrics, and examination materials.
• Assist in updating AML policies, written supervisory procedures, and compliance manuals.
• Support implementation of new regulatory requirements affecting digital assets.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–5 years of AML/BSA compliance experience.
• Experience working for a cryptocurrency exchange, digital asset company, fintech, Money Services Business (MSB), broker-dealer, or financial institution.
• Working knowledge of blockchain transactions and cryptocurrency operations.
• Experience with Travel Rule compliance is strongly preferred.
• Experience maintaining regulatory exception logs and case management systems.
• Knowledge of OFAC sanctions compliance and enhanced due diligence.
• Familiarity with Chainalysis, Sumsub, TRM Labs, Elliptic, Forter, or similar compliance platforms is desirable.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and regulatory deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Regulatory Knowledge

Experience or familiarity with:

• Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)
• USA PATRIOT Act
• FinCEN regulations
• OFAC sanctions requirements
• Money Services Business (MSB) compliance
• State Money Transmission licensing
• SEC and FINRA regulations
• CFTC regulations governing digital asset derivatives (highly desirable)

Professional Certifications

The following are considered strong advantages:

• FINRA Series 7 (preferred)
• Willingness to obtain the Series 7 within the first year of employment
• Series 3 (strong plus)
• CAMS certification (preferred)
• CFE, CFCS, or similar compliance certification (plus)

Project Management

Candidates should possess strong project management capabilities and demonstrate the ability to:

• Coordinate cross-functional compliance initiatives.
• Manage regulatory implementation projects.
• Track remediation items through completion.
• Work independently while meeting regulatory deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with senior management and external regulators.

Personal Characteristics

The ideal candidate is:

• Curious and eager to learn.
• Highly ethical with unquestioned integrity.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a hybrid setting.
• Interested in building a long-term career in digital asset compliance.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work environment (1 day in Princeton office / 4 days remote).
• Direct mentorship from an experienced Chief Compliance Officer with more than 30 years of regulatory experience.
• Exposure to SEC, FINRA, FinCEN, CFTC, and state regulatory matters.
• Opportunity to work with leading compliance technologies including Sumsub, Chainalysis, Forter, and Dow Jones Risk & Compliance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth within one of the fastest-growing sectors of financial services.