Financial Crime Investigator

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Black Pen Recruitment Full time
About the Role

Black Pen Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled Financial Crime Investigator to join our team. As a key member of our compliance department, you will be responsible for conducting thorough investigations into suspicious transactions and ensuring our clients adhere to regulatory requirements.

This is a full-time role that offers a competitive salary of $120,000 per year, along with a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

About You
  • You have a post-secondary degree in compliance, risk management, finance, or a related field.
  • You possess at least 5 years of experience in the financial services industry, law enforcement, or cryptocurrency/fintech sector.
  • You are fluent in English and have proficiency in French and Arabic, with a willingness to travel across your assigned region as necessary.
  • You have a strong understanding of Bank Secrecy Act and AML Regulations, USA Patriot Act, and Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Responsibilities
  • Support the execution and ongoing improvement of hybrid Compliance and Anti-Fraud programs, encompassing fiat and cryptocurrency.
  • Provide second-line support and challenge to the business during onboarding and ongoing oversight of new Outsourced Service Providers.
  • Advise on policy or procedural changes required to incorporate identified updates.
  • Ensure YC policies remain fit for purpose and suitable for changing regulatory and business environments.
  • Assist in the design and provision of training to all bank staff.
  • Monitor transactions (including OTC) and escalate any exceptions.
  • Undertake other tasks as and when reasonably required.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary of $120,000 per year.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
  • The opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of Black Pen Recruitment.


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