Investigation Specialist/MLRO Assistant

The Open Platform

Completely RemoteFull TimeFinance & Banking
Posted Today

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Conduct end-to-end investigations of users, wallets, and transactions, using both internal tools and third-party data providers (KYC/KYT, blockchain analytics).
  • Perform behavioral analysis to identify irregular patterns, potential fraud, money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions evasion, or misuse of legitimate channels.
  • Use critical thinking, sharp analytical judgment, and common sense 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, ensuring objectivity and consistency.
  • Produce comprehensive investigation reports, clearly outlining findings, rationale, and recommendations.
  • Build and interpret complex relationship graphs of wallets, users and intermediaries to identify underlying networks and flow patterns.
  • Use investigative and OSINT tools to trace funds, link entities, and uncover underlying relationships.
  • Ensure all investigative actions align with global standards and expectations set by regulators and international bodies such as FATF, OFAC, and the EU AML framework.
  • Stay informed on regulatory developments, AML/CFT obligations, and crypto compliance trends.
  • Strictly adhere to internal policies, procedures, and information security rules at all times.
  • Identify opportunities to improve investigative processes, automation, and risk detection capabilities.
  • Experience in preparing and submitting SAR/STR reports under tight deadlines.
  • Preparing responses to LEA requests within the given timeframe.
  • Assistance in optimizing existing processes and building new ones.

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 Russian, English and Uzbek languages (at least B2).
  • 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 analyzing complex transaction flows, user behavior, and wallet activity.
  • Proficiency with KYC/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/STR reports.
  • Exposure to related areas such as 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong interest in crypto and blockchain ecosystems, with readiness to learn new patterns, tools, and risks.
  • Sharp analytical mindset and ability to interpret complex data accurately.
  • Proactive mindset and initiative in identifying emerging risks, vulnerabilities, and improvement opportunities.

Benefits

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

About the Company

The Open Platform powers the Telegram crypto future.

Skills & tools

ComplianceBlockchainAMLKYCcryptoInvestigationRisk ManagementsanctionsTelegramOSINT

What the team is looking for

Use this list as a quick fit check before you apply.

  1. 01Crypto compliance experience
  2. 02Transactional monitoring
  3. 03On-chain investigations
  4. 04OSINT attribution
  5. 05KYC/KYT systems
  6. 06SAR/STR reporting
  7. 07AML/CFT standards
  8. 08Blockchain analytics
  9. 09Data analysis
  10. 10Risk assessment
  11. 11Sanctions screening
  12. 12Russian language
  13. 13English language
  14. 14Uzbek language