Onboarding Analyst 100% remote

About Us

At Tether, we're not just building products, we're pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting-edge solutions empower businesses—from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs—to seamlessly integrate reserve-backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction.

Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you're passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We've grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry.

Tether's innovative product suite includes USDT, the world's most trusted stablecoin relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. We also operate Tether Power (sustainable energy solutions for Bitcoin mining), Tether Data (AI and peer-to-peer technology solutions including KEET, our flagship secure data sharing app), Tether Education (digital learning and skills development), and Tether Evolution (pushing the boundaries of technology and human potential).

The Role

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Compliance Team by prioritizing and completing KYC reviews, ensuring an in-depth understanding of customer profile and associated risks. The successful candidate will review KYC documentation, assess risk profiles, and professionally communicate with clients to obtain required information. They will also assist with regulatory preparation, operational evolution, training, and research projects.

Over time, the candidate will expand their AML knowledge, be cross-trained in investigative and analytical skills using blockchain tools, and develop industry relationships to share best practices. Continuous self-development is required to understand blockchain technology, virtual currencies, suspicious activities, and investigative techniques to mitigate risks and ensure robust regulatory compliance for Tether.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Compliance Team.
• Prioritize and complete KYC reviews promptly.
• Perform thorough open source review to ensure present risks are identified and managed appropriately.
• Ensure all necessary information is appended to each case file per documented procedures.
• Review KYC documentation and assess applicants' risk profiles.
• Communicate professionally with clients to obtain KYC information.
• Assist with internal projects related to regulatory preparation and examination.
• Support operational evolution, training, and research initiatives.
• Expand AML knowledge and cross-train in investigative and analytical skills.
• Provide analytical support to investigations using blockchain analytical tools.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships within the industry to share best practices and techniques.
• Continuously self-develop to enhance skills in blockchain technology, virtual currencies, suspicious activities, and investigative practices.
• Mitigate risks of money laundering, terrorism financing, and sanctions violations.
• Ensure robust regulatory compliance for Tether.

The incumbent must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, seeking guidance as necessary. They should be flexible regarding working arrangements and hours, and confident in making decisions as delegated by the Team Management. Excellent English communication skills are required.

Requirements

• Secondary education (University or College Preferred)
• Fluent Turkish or Portuguese speaker (preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) methodologies, including the collection, pivot, and analysis of publicly available data
• Experience in an analytical or investigative function
• Experience using name-scanning software, such as World Check
• Experience using case management software to conduct customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence
• Intermediate level AML experience including customer and enhanced due diligence (CDD/EDD), and AML/CTF/Sanctions Investigations
• Intermediate knowledge of blockchain technology (enhanced in the role)
• ACAMS designation (preferred)