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Analyst, Global Investigations

San Francisco, CA, United States

Please note this is for San Francisco, CA, United States. You only need to apply to one location if there are multiple listed for the job.

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. 

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

THE WORK:

Ripple Labs is expanding its Global AML Compliance team and seeks to hire an Analyst/Investigator on our Global Investigations team. The Global Investigations team conducts transaction monitoring and conducts investigations and SAR/STR filing for activity occurring across our global subsidiaries such as US, UK, EU, and Singapore. Ripple is committed to augmenting its AML programs to ensure maximum compliance with money services business (MSB) regulatory obligations, and we are a compliance-first organization. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Conducting transaction monitoring day-to-day activities of Ripple’s Money Service Businesses including investigations, transaction analysis, and SAR/STR reporting
  • Perform periodic evaluation of internal controls and recommend solutions for identified risks
  • Utilize a variety of analytical techniques and systems to make informed decisions on detected transaction patterns
  • Ensure the timely filing of SARs and STRs with government agencies around the world such as FinCEN, MAS, FCA, Irish FIU
  • Be a good team player that goes above and beyond to conduct diligent investigations, help their teammates, and improve the people and teams around them
  • Be committed to developing best practices and tools for effective transaction monitoring and investigations of unusual activity

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • 3+ years of BSA/AML experience, with at least 2 years of AML Investigations experience, preferably in an innovative environment
  • Interest in applying innovative investigation techniques to emerging digital technology
  • Advanced Excel function and SQL knowledge is a plus
  • Demonstrated knowledge of AML/BSA/OFAC regulations, requirements, and tools
  • Comfortable executing independently in a team environment with minimal supervision
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate at the executive level
  • Experience collaborating with stakeholders across technical and non-technical groups
  • An attention to detail and a sense of curiosity
  • ACAMS or ACFCS certification preferred
  • A passion to prevent and detect financial crimes across all of Ripple’s products and regions
For positions that will be based in CA, the annual salary range for this position is below. Actual salaries may vary based on numerous factors including, among other things, an individual applicant’s experience and qualifications for the position. This range does not include equity or additional compensation, such as bonuses or commissions. 
CA Annual Base Salary Range
$85,680—$107,100 USD

WHO WE ARE:

Do Your Best Work

  • The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
  • A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact.  A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.
  • Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.
  • In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in. 
  • Weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team
  • We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!

Take Control of Your Finances

  • Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
  • Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
  • Employee giving match
  • Mobile phone stipend

Take Care of Yourself

  • R&R days so you can rest and recharge
  • Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
  • Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
  • Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.
  • Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events

Benefits listed above are for full-time employees. 

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.
 

Req ID: 24142