AML Analyst

About Us:
Founded in 2018, headquartered in Johannesburg, and backed by leading investors including Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures and Fidelity’s F-Prime Capital, VALR is a global crypto exchange offering a comprehensive suite of products—including Spot Trading, Spot Margin, Perpetual Futures, Staking, Lending, Borrowing, OTC services, VALR Invest, Crypto Bundles, and VALR Pay. Licensed by South Africa’s FSCA, with regulatory approval in Europe, VALR serves over 1.7 million registered users and 2,000 corporate and institutional clients worldwide. The exchange is dedicated to advancing a just financial future that upholds human dignity and the unity of mankind. For more information, visit valr.com.

Our Vision:
To establish VALR as a global institution that advances the economic life of human civilisation through a borderless, inclusive, and empowering financial ecosystem.

Our Mission:
To contribute towards a global financial system that upholds justice, fosters human dignity, and reflects the oneness of humanity, by serving the financial needs of individuals, communities, and institutions through innovative financial technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sanctions screening and review PEP/DPIP alerts, including escalations and follow-up investigations.
• Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) investigations and prepare comprehensive investigation reports.
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures, including potential account restrictions or client offboarding.
• Monitor and assess client transaction activity to identify unusual patterns and potentially suspicious behaviour.
• Conduct periodic client reviews and reassessments of risk classifications.
• Perform onboarding due diligence and reputational risk assessments for new retail and institutional clients.
• Develop, review and enhance AML compliance processes, policies and procedures.
• Identify gaps in internal controls and contribute to the development and implementation of remediation plans.
• Collaborate with business units and risk stakeholders to strengthen AML monitoring, controls and reporting.
• Support the design and implementation of new compliance tools, frameworks and automation initiatives.
• Prepare and present bi-weekly and monthly reports to internal compliance stakeholders.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in AML, financial crime compliance or fraud monitoring, preferably within the crypto asset or financial services industry.
• Good understanding of AML regulations and local and international compliance frameworks, including the FIC Act and FATF standards.
• Advantageous: Chainalysis certifications or other relevant blockchain analytics training.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of compliance tools and transaction monitoring systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, independence and a commitment to ethical, values-aligned decision-making.
• A relevant qualification or practical experience in Finance, Law, Business or a related field. A formal degree is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

• Innovative Work Environment
  • Engage with the latest blockchain technologies and tools in a rapidly evolving industry.
  • Work from anywhere with secure, stable internet connectivity, allowing you to create your ideal workspace.
• Career Development
  • Benefit from an annual professional development allowance alongside scheduled company training sessions to keep you at the forefront of the crypto industry.
• Competitive Compensation
  • Competitive salaries that align with industry standards.
  • When you contribute to our success, you’ll be rewarded with discretionary bonuses, recognising your impact on VALR’s growth.
  • Receive preferential Tier 5 trading fees on VALR, with no monthly trading volume required.
• Diversity and Inclusion
  • A commitment to fostering a diverse workforce with initiatives that promote equity and belonging.
• Wellness
  • Employees are encouraged to strive for coherent and wholesome lives, fulfilling their work, personal, social, physical and spiritual goals to the best of their abilities.
  • Compliance with statutory leave required by individual countries, in addition to flexible leave options.
  • Enjoy lunch on us when working from our Johannesburg Head Office, one of the ways we support wellbeing and connection in the workplace.
• Impact and Contribution
  • At VALR, we believe in a financial system that recognises the oneness of humanity. Our mission is to break down financial barriers and promote universal values of courage, ethical integrity, and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
  • Engage in initiatives that promote education and awareness about cryptocurrencies, ensuring that everyone has the tools and knowledge to participate in the evolving financial landscape.
• Dynamic Team Culture
  • Open communication and teamwork across departments, fostering innovation and creativity.
  • Enjoy social gatherings outside of work to strengthen team bonds and boost morale.
• Global Exposure
  • Work with colleagues from around the world.
  • Exposure to diverse perspectives and practices in the crypto space.
• Recognition and Rewards
  • Regular acknowledgement of employee accomplishments, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation.
  • Join us for retreats that blend professional development with team bonding in inspiring locations.
• Tools for Success
  • Receive a Mac laptop and a discretionary allowance to purchase all the extras needed for a productive home office—yours to keep after three years (terms and conditions apply).