Compliance Analyst
Job Description
<p>Applications done via this platform alone will not be acceptable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please complete the attached questionnaire </strong></p><p><strong>https://formfacade.com/public/104739652204708419449/all/form/1FAIpQLSccTAC2exH2tJgUYDlsu_cZryUzyz7TG-8WJ6BNFUnEWPvfsA</strong></p><p><br></p><p> </p><p>About the job</p><p>Do you want to join the future of finance, in the heart of the Middle East and the world’s largest trading hub? Do you have a passion for research, investigation, and technology? Lunar Rails is a fast growing Crypto-Asset Trading Desk based in Dubai, one of only a few fully licensed Crypto Asset operators in the UAE. We believe in making finance fast, fair, and free. Central to our belief is doing so within the boundaries of regulation, to build trust with clients. We’re looking for a Compliance Analyst (Sanctions) to join our team. Prior experience in Cryptocurrency, financial services, law enforcement or investigation is preferred. However, we are open to those seeking a career change that have the requisite skills. Given the sensitive nature of the work, you should be prepared to complete a basic written and research skill assessment, and personal background check prior to beginning employment.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Monitoring global regulatory changes that may impact Company’s sanctions compliance requirements and identify any changes to internal policies and procedures</li><li>Clearly summarize, document, and communicate findings and recommended action items in a timely manner to compliance management and/or other internal stakeholders when appropriate</li><li> Identify tainted/blacklisted names, wallets and ensure required actions are taken to fulfil regulatory requirements and avoid penalties.</li><li>Ensuring smooth functioning of regular activities such as daily batch screening, onboarding status update.</li><li>Conduct screening of customers and third parties for negative news, escalating any items requiring additional attention</li><li>Provide insight into regulatory changes affecting the Cryptocurrency industry, trends in money laundering methods and fraud through regular reports, presentations, and discussions.</li><li>Review account opening/know your customer (KYC) documentation, conduct quality client due diligence factoring AML/CFT and sanctions risks.</li><li>Perform research and analysis during periodic recertification on clients and correspondent partners/ suppliers.</li><li>Assist in the completion of ad-hoc projects, as necessary</li></ul><p> </p><p>Key Skills:</p><ul><li>Understanding of local/International (OFAC, UN, EU Sanctions Regulations) and Central Bank rules and UAE regulatory requirements with practical knowledge.</li><li>Ability to summarise, document, and communicate information in a clear and concise manner.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, organisational and problem-solving skills.</li><li>A passion for Cryptocurrency, learning new skills and preventing financial crime.</li><li>Flexibility to work in night shifts. </li></ul><p> </p><p>Minimum Experience / Qualifications:</p><ul><li>More than 3-4 years’ experience in the Compliance sector.</li><li>Strong public data research and report writing skills</li><li>Exceptional written and spoken English. Fluency in Arabic is preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Preferred Qualifications:</p><ul><li> International recognized certification such as ICA / ACAMS Certificate in sanctions, Anti Money Laundering</li><li> Any certification related to crypto transactions Monitoring using Blockchain Analytic tools</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits: Apart from a competitive salary we offer:</p><p>· Quarterly Team Building Events</p><p>· Gym Membership & Travel reimbursement</p><p>Job Type: Full-time, Permanent</p>
