Investigation Specialist

Skills

About the Role

You will conduct detailed investigations into user activity, transactions, and behavioural patterns to detect, prevent, and mitigate financial crime risks. You will analyse on-chain and off-chain data, build relationship graphs, produce evidence-based reports, respond to law enforcement requests, and improve investigative processes and automation while adhering to regulatory and internal requirements.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in crypto compliance and financial crime investigations within a VASP, exchange, or blockchain analytics provider
• Strong background in transactional monitoring, complex on-chain investigations, and OSINT attribution
• Proficiency in English (B2 or above)
• Degree in Finance, Law, Economics, Cybersecurity, or related fields is an advantage
• Proven ability to perform holistic investigations using multiple data sources and analytical tools
• Strong skills in analysing complex transaction flows, user behaviour, and wallet activity
• Proficiency with KYC and KYT vendor systems and understanding of risk models and data structures
• Solid OSINT and digital intelligence capabilities applied responsibly in investigations
• Experience preparing and submitting SAR and STR reports
• Exposure to fraud prevention, sanctions screening, or broader financial crime processes
• Strong research and reporting skills, including preparation of structured investigation summaries and risk assessments
• Understanding of AML/CFT standards, FATF guidance, sanctions, and risk-based decision-making
• Working knowledge of data protection, information security, and ethical practices relevant to investigations

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end investigations of users, wallets, and transactions using internal tools and third-party data providers
• Perform behavioural analysis to identify irregular patterns, potential fraud, money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions evasion, or misuse of legitimate channels
• Prepare responses to law enforcement requests within required timeframes
• Apply critical thinking and analytical judgment when assessing incomplete or complex information
• Demonstrate attention to detail in data interpretation, documentation, and reporting
• Make well-reasoned, evidence-based decisions on case outcomes
• Produce comprehensive investigation reports outlining findings, rationale, and recommendations
• Build and interpret complex relationship graphs of wallets, users, and intermediaries to identify networks and flow patterns
• Use investigative and OSINT tools to trace funds, link entities, and uncover relationships
• Ensure investigative actions align with global standards such as FATF, OFAC, and the EU AML framework
• Stay informed on regulatory developments, AML/CFT obligations, and crypto compliance trends
• Adhere to internal policies, procedures, and information security rules
• Identify opportunities to improve investigative processes, automation, and risk detection capabilities

Benefits

• Remote setup with access to hubs in Dubai, Yerevan, London and Belgrade
• Compensation for medical expenses
• 20 business days of paid vacation annually
• 14 days of paid sick leave
• Access to internal conferences, English courses and corporate events