AML/KYC Officer (Crypto)

Imc seeks a Mid-level AML/KYC Officer in Zug to manage crypto counterparty due diligence, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance within a collaborative, high-performance trading environment.

This position plays a critical part in safeguarding the firm's digital asset operations by overseeing anti-money laundering and know-your-customer protocols for crypto counterparties. The role operates within a compact, specialized team that carries substantial regulatory weight, ensuring that all onboarding and ongoing monitoring activities meet strict compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute customer due diligence and routine checks for digital asset partners.
• Carry out risk-focused reviews, applying enhanced due diligence where necessary.
• Examine intricate ownership and control setups, including offshore or multi-layered entities.
• Evaluate potential money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and sanctions risks tied to partners, products, and regions.
• Handle escalations for high-risk partners and new onboarding cases.
• Lead independent risk evaluations and assign suitable risk ratings.
• Compile detailed memos for senior leadership approval on complex high-risk scenarios.
• Run adverse media and sanctions checks using specialized screening software.
• Spot and evaluate red flags linked to crypto partners and digital asset workflows.
• Analyze wallet data and blockchain intelligence results as needed.
• Serve as the go-to expert for onboarding and counterparty risk questions.
• Communicate directly with partners to clarify compliance needs and gather documentation.
• Collaborate with Trading, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams on risk and onboarding issues.
• Offer practical guidance to internal teams on crypto-specific risks and controls.
• Help drive improvements in AML/KYC processes and controls.
• Write and update AML/CTF policies, procedures, and guidance documents.
• Assist in internal audits, regulatory examinations, and remediation efforts.
• Stay updated on AML/CTF regulations, sanctions rules, and industry standards for digital assets.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience in AML/KYC/CDD within crypto, trading, banking, payment institutions, or other regulated financial entities.
• Deep knowledge of enhanced due diligence standards and risk-based AML/KYC evaluations.
• Proven ability to conduct independent risk assessments and make sound judgments.
• Familiarity with AML/CTF laws and sanctions frameworks.
• Experience navigating complex legal structures and institutional partners.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Capability to independently handle complex AML/KYC tasks from onboarding to ongoing monitoring.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage directly with partners and senior leaders.
• A pragmatic, risk-based approach to problem-solving.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory landscape.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Prior exposure to AML/CTF risks and typologies in digital assets and crypto markets is preferred.
• Familiarity with crypto transaction tracing and wallet screening tools is preferred.
• CAMS certification is preferred; crypto-specific AML certifications are a plus.

What the company offers

• A collaborative, high-performance culture that rewards ownership and initiative.
• Exposure to AML operations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support to obtain CAMS certification if not already held.

About the company

Imc is a global trading firm driven by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. As a stabilizing force in financial markets, it provides essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. The company fosters a uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture and is committed to giving back to the community.

• A global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone.
• A stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend.
• A uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and a commitment to giving back.
• Dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.