Analyst, Compliance (Institutional Onboarding)

Gemini

Gemini

IT, Legal
Singapore
Posted on Oct 19, 2024

About the Company

Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Tyler Winklevoss and Cameron Winklevoss in 2014. Gemini offers a wide range of crypto products and services for individuals and institutions in over 70 countries.

Crypto is about giving you greater choice, independence, and opportunity. We are here to help you on your journey. We build crypto products that are simple, elegant, and secure. Whether you are an individual or an institution, we help you buy, sell, and store your bitcoin and cryptocurrency.

At Gemini, our mission is to unlock the next era of financial, creative, and personal freedom.

In Singapore, we have a hybrid work policy. Employees are expected to work from the office part of the week. We believe our hybrid approach increases productivity through more in-person collaboration where possible.

The Department: Compliance

Compliance at Gemini is a team dedicated to managing the next generation of financial crime prevention in a complex and evolving regulatory environment. We are a diverse group of technology, legal, and operational professionals who develop new approaches to solving classic problems using cutting edge tools and processes.

The Role: Analyst, Compliance (Institutional Onboarding)

Gemini is looking for a smart, friendly individual who is organized, detail-oriented and eager to contribute to a world-class Compliance team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and quick study who is comfortable working within the fast-paced environment of a growing FinTech firm. This is a unique opportunity to make a real, immediate impact in an exciting new technology at an industry leading firm well-positioned for success.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform institutional and retail customer on-boarding using CDD and EDD research efforts and strategies as well as utilizing sound judgment and strong decision-making.
  • Draft and send RFIs directly to customers as needed.
  • Review issues escalated by external compliance personnel.
  • Identify potential red flags at onboarding and escalate as appropriate.
  • Work cross-functionally and globally with teams across the enterprise to address compliance related issues.
  • Facilitate customer requested account modifications.
  • Perform ad-hoc special projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BA/BS degree or international equivalent.
  • 1-2 years of experience in the financial services industry with a focus on AML/CTF compliance.
  • Strong understanding of KYC requirements and best practices.
  • Previous experience performing customer onboarding, including assessment of customer risk.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail.
  • Track record of success and results, ideally in a high-growth or entrepreneurial environment.
  • Flexible mindset and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and assist in various compliance functions as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree/certifications, e.g., JD, CAMS, CFE.
  • Working knowledge of digital asset trading and blockchain technology, including previous experience working with blockchain analytics tools.
  • Familiarity with building out Confluence pages.
  • Spanish and/or Portuguese language ability.
  • Comfort with an ever-changing regulatory landscape and fast-paced business environment.
  • Experience working with business and project management tools such as Looker and JIRA.

It Pays to Work Here

We take a holistic approach to compensation at Gemini, which includes:

  • Comprehensive health plans covered at 100% for employees and dependents
  • Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Up to 14 paid vacation days (in addition to public/bank holidays)

At Gemini, we strive to build diverse teams that reflect the people we want to empower through our products, and we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Equal Opportunity is the Law, and Gemini is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have a specific need that requires accommodation, please let a member of the People Team know.

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