Financial Crime Systems Analyst

About us:

BVNK is a next-generation payments platform for global businesses. We bridge the gap between traditional and digital finance to make payments borderless, instant, and secure. Using the BVNK platform, businesses can send and receive payments on all major schemes and blockchain networks, incorporate stablecoins into their payment flows, and settle funds in over 30 markets.

We are a diverse team spread across the UK, Europe, South Africa and APAC, with a shared belief that in the next five years all payment flows will interact with crypto, and BVNK will be at the forefront of this shift. We raised $40M in Series A funding, and we're looking for smart, ambitious people to help us build the next generation of payments.

We're incredibly honoured to have made Newsweek's list of The Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2 years running (2023 and 2024).

About this role in the team:

As a Financial Crime Systems Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing all financial crime-related systems within our organization. You will be responsible for managing transaction monitoring, transaction screening, and other similar systems critical to detecting and preventing financial crimes. Your expertise will ensure the efficiency, accuracy, and compliance of these systems, safeguarding our organization against illicit activities. Collaboration with various stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives will be key to your success in this role.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

Systems Oversight and Optimization

• Manage and maintain transaction monitoring and screening systems to ensure optimal performance and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial crime systems
• Regularly assess system performance and identify opportunities for improvement

Rule Creation and Testing

• Design, create, and test transaction monitoring rules to identify suspicious activities and potential financial crimes
• Ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of rule configurations through thorough testing and validation processes
• Continuously refine rules based on evolving risks and regulatory requirements

Sanction Screening Software Management

• Configure and manage sanction screening software to mitigate the risk of engaging with sanctioned entities
• Conduct regular assessments of screening efficiency and effectiveness
• Lead testing initiatives to validate the accuracy and reliability of sanction screening processes

Vendor Selection and Management

• Participate in the selection process of new vendors for financial crime systems, including assessment and proof of concept exercises
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure the seamless integration and functionality of their solutions
• Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues as necessary to maintain service quality

Compliance Collaboration

• Collaborate with compliance stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure financial crime systems align with regulatory expectations
• Provide subject matter expertise on financial crimes to support compliance initiatives and regulatory inquiries
• Foster strong partnerships with compliance teams to facilitate effective communication and collaboration

What we need from you:

• Solid understanding of financial crimes, including money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud schemes
• Experience in building, creating, and maintaining transaction monitoring rules, with hands-on transaction monitoring experience considered a strong advantage
• Proficiency in managing financial crime systems, including transaction monitoring and sanction screening software
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify patterns indicative of suspicious activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

What you can expect from us:

• Fair and competitive salary at every stage of your growth
• Meaningful ownership in the business through our employee option scheme
• Flexible working hours, with hybrid working at its heart
• A culture built on passionate growth minded people
• A flexible approach to holiday
• Opportunities to travel to our offices around the world, in locations such as London and Cape Town, to collaborate with your colleagues
• An open and creative environment where you can help us define the future of BVNK, it's culture, and it's opportunity sets

At BVNK, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive team. While you may not meet all of our requirements, we'd encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of our expectations. You may be a great fit for this role or another role in our team.