Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes

Crypto.com

. Proactively identify exposure to illicit typologies, including potential sanctions evasion, money laundering, and scams .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSaint Julian's • MaltaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Blockchain Analytics and Financial Crimes Investigations, with a strong focus on AML Compliance and Transaction Monitoring. Proficient in utilizing on-chain forensics tools and understanding regulatory frameworks related to financial crime.

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Blockchain AnalyticsFinancial Crimes InvestigationsAML ComplianceOn-Chain ForensicsTransaction Monitoring

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Hard Skills

Illicit Typology IdentificationThreat Intelligence EvaluationTransaction Monitoring Controls ReviewData-Driven Blacklisting DecisionsComplex Network MappingRisk Insights on Digital AssetsOSINT ChecksInterdiction Controls MaintenanceCross-Border Fraud AnalysisScam Detection

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationAbility to Translate Complex Issues

Tools & Technologies

ChainalysisTRM LabsElliptic

Certifications & Qualifications

Chainalysis CertificationTRM Labs CertificationElliptic Certification

Industry Keywords

FinCEN Section 314(b)Global Sanctions CompliancePATRIOT ACTFinancial Crime ThreatsDigital Asset Compliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively identify exposure to illicit typologies, including potential sanctions evasion, money laundering, and scams
Evaluate external threat intelligence referrals
Document and map complex illicit networks and trace illicit funds through blockchain networks
Work with global MLROs to provide investigative support and relevant insights
Evaluate suspected wallet addresses and make data-driven blacklisting decisions
Maintain interdiction controls
Review transaction monitoring controls and rules for accuracy and effectiveness
Review digital asset listings and provide risk insights
Present understanding of on-chain exchange infrastructure
Liaise between law enforcement and internal stakeholders to support anti-financial-crime initiatives
Support regulatory inter-agency frameworks and on-chain controls related to FinCEN Section 314(b), global sanctions compliance, and FinCEN 311-related restrictions
Train Financial Crimes team members on advanced blockchain investigation techniques, typology evolution, and new threats
Assist the Head of Investigations and VP of Compliance with timely information from complex blockchain investigations
Update and maintain internal controls, provide ad-hoc investigative support to global MLROs, conduct OSINT checks, and develop presentation decks

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years related experience in Blockchain Analytics, Financial Crimes Investigations, AML Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, etc.
Strong understanding of crypto-specific financial crime threats, including movement of funds on UTXO and account-based networks, job/investment scams, and cross-border fraud networks
Proven expertise utilizing on-chain forensics platforms and tools, such as Chainalysis and TRM Labs
Working familiarity with digital asset compliance standards and regulations, including the PATRIOT ACT, FinCEN 311/314(b) guidelines, and global sanctions regimes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex crypto and compliance issues for technical and non-technical audiences
Chainalysis, TRM Labs, and/or Elliptic certifications preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
Work Flexibility Adoption: flexi-work hours and hybrid set-up
Internal mobility program offering diverse career scope
Crypto.com Visa card provided upon joining