About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The opportunity
đź“ŤConduct thorough, written investigations of high-risk clients, including gathering and analyzing financial documents, source of wealth/source of funds, business activities, and beneficial ownership structures. Identify potential risks and ultimately make recommendations to approve or exit the relationship. đź“ŤUse various research tools and OSINT to assess potential red flags and identify potentially suspicious activity for closure / referral to risk partners. đź“ŤPrepare detailed investigation reports summarizing findings, risk assessments, and recommendations. đź“ŤAct as a subject matter expert (SME) for Client Engagement teams on EDD-related matters to support a positive client experience.
Skills you should HODL
📍Four-year degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. 📍1–3 years experience in a compliance role at a cryptocurrency exchange, financial institution, or equivalent. 📍Thrive in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and between multiple teams. 📍Excellent analytical/problem solving, verbal and written communication, and organization skills 📍Acts independently to analyze a client’s risk factors.
