Investigation Specialist

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end investigations of users, wallets, and transactions using 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 channels.
• Build and interpret relationship graphs of wallets, users, and intermediaries to identify networks and flow patterns.
• Use OSINT and investigative tools to trace funds, link entities, and uncover relationships.
• Produce comprehensive investigation reports with findings, rationale, and recommended case outcomes.
• Make evidence-based decisions on case outcomes while ensuring objectivity, consistency, and compliance with internal policies.
• Ensure investigative actions align with international standards (e.g., FATF, OFAC) and regulatory obligations.
• Identify opportunities to improve investigative processes, automation, and detection capabilities.

Requirements

• Crypto compliance
• On-chain analysis
• Transaction monitoring
• OSINT expertise
• KYC/KYT systems
• SAR/STR filing
• AML/CFT knowledge
• Russian proficiency
• English proficiency
• Analytical skills
• Report writing
• Data security

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Law, Economics, Cybersecurity or related field (advantage).
• 2+ years in crypto compliance, investigations, or at a VASP/exchange/blockchain analytics provider.
• Experience with sanctions screening, fraud prevention, and broader financial crime workflows.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, FATF guidance, and risk-based decision-making.
• Proven track record preparing structured investigation summaries and submitting SAR/STRs.
• Strong research, critical thinking, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Benefits

• 20 working days annual leave per year and paid leave provisions.
• Medical insurance / compensation for medical expenses.
• Paid sick leave (company policy).
• Support for training and internal courses (education allowance), access to internal conferences and corporate events.
• Provision of necessary equipment and remote-first setup with access to hubs.

About the Company

Wallet in Telegram is a digital asset solution embedded into Telegram's interface, powered by The Open Platform. Wallet combines a multi-chain Crypto Wallet and a self-custodial TON Wallet to provide seamless trading, transfers, and access to the TON dApp ecosystem. The product serves millions of users and is scaling rapidly with global compliance and security as core priorities. The team operates remotely with regional hubs including Dubai, and seeks professionals passionate about crypto, investigation, and risk mitigation.