AML Transaction Monitoring Head

Coins is the most established crypto brand in The Philippines and has gained the trust of more than 18 million users. Through the easy-to-use mobile app, users can buy and sell a variety of different cryptocurrencies and access a wide range of financial services.

Coins is fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the first ever crypto-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Manage a team of Transactions Monitoring Associates/Specialists
• Ensure that the AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation end-to-end processes are compliant with updated and relevant regulations
• Creation/Enhancing of Transaction Monitoring Alerts
• Support internal and external audits and ad hoc information requests related to AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation
• Analyze customer information and transaction patterns to assess whether alerted activity is or is not normal in the context of what is expected and known about the customer and their transactions
• Document investigations thoroughly, record evidence gathered that supports the conclusion
• Ensure the timeliness and correctness of AMLC reports
• Review and evaluate the STR submissions
• Conducts 1:1 coaching with Transactions Monitoring Leads and Specialist
• Lead automation initiatives to improve processes and streamline operations
• Coordinate with other business units on AML investigation-related matters

• 3-5 years minimum experience in AML Transaction Monitoring and Investigation experience within a Banking/Financial Service Industry
• Relevant exposure in Covered Transaction (CTR) and Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR)
• Strong familiarity in AMLC Registration and Reporting Guidelines (ARRG)
• Strong analytical skills, able to gather and present data well
• 3-5 years minimum experience in people handling is a MUST
• Supervisory experience is required
• Graduate of a 4-year business, accounting, law, or related course from a reputable institution
• A good team player and enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
• Motivated self-starter with a passion for payments and cryptocurrency industries
• Fluency in English with outstanding communication and presentation skills