CDD Risk Analyst, Direct Customer Onboarding

We are looking for an AML/KYC Analyst to support AML/KYC activities across IMC's crypto counterparties and digital asset business. In this role, you'll help assess and manage AML/KYC risks associated with crypto markets, including high-risk counterparties, complex ownership structures, sanctions exposure and enhanced due diligence requirements. You'll contribute to risk-based counterparty assessments in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, combining strong analytical work with direct interaction with counterparties, trading teams and other internal stakeholders. This is an opportunity to play an important role in enabling IMC's digital asset business while helping to maintain a robust and effective AML/KYC framework. YOUR CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  AML/KYC Counterparty Reviews * Perform customer due diligence (CDD) and periodic reviews for crypto counterparties * Conduct risk-based counterparty reviews with exposure to enhanced due diligence (EDD) requirements * Analyze complex ownership and control structures, including offshore and layered structures where relevant * Assess AML/CTF and sanctions risks associated with counterparties, products and jurisdictions * Manage escalations relating to high-risk counterparties and onboarding matters * Conduct independent AML/KYC risk assessments and determine appropriate risk classifications * Prepare high-risk cases and escalation memos for senior stakeholder approval Screening & Risk Analysis * Conduct adverse media and sanctions screening using relevant screening tools * Identify and assess AML/CTF and sanctions-related red flags associated with crypto counterparties and digital asset activities Stakeholder & Counterparty Engagement * Engage directly with counterparties regarding AML/KYC requirements and documentation requests * Work closely with Trading, Legal, Compliance and operational teams on onboarding and risk matters * Provide practical AML guidance to internal stakeholders on crypto-related risks and controls Governance & Regulatory Support * Support AML/KYC enhancement initiatives and control improvements * Assistance with AML/CTF policies, procedures and guidance materials * Assist with internal audits, regulatory reviews and remediation actions * Remain current on AML/CTF regulatory developments, sanctions frameworks and industry expectations relevant to digital assets Key deliverables * Timely and accurate completion of CDD analyses and periodic counterparty reviews * Effective handling of counterparty KYC requests and communications * Risk-based analysis of adverse media and sanctions screening alerts * Reliable and well-documented AML transaction monitoring YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:  * 4+ years of AML/KYC/CDD experience within crypto, trading, banking, payment institutions or other regulated financial institutions * Strong understanding of enhanced due diligence (EDD) requirements and risk-based AML/KYC assessments * Prior familiarity with AML/CTF risks and typologies relevant to digital assets and crypto markets is preferred (but not mandatory) * Experience conducting independent risk assessments and exercising sound judgement * Familiarity with crypto transaction tracing and wallet screening tools is preferred * Knowledge of relevant AML/CTF legislation, including sanctions frameworks * Experience dealing with complex legal entity structures and institutional counterparties * CAMS certification preferred; crypto-related AML certifications are a plus * Strong analytical and investigative mindset * Ability to independently manage complex AML/KYC matters from onboarding through ongoing monitoring * Confident communicator, capable of interacting directly with counterparties and senior stakeholders * Pragmatic and risk-based approach to problem solving * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and evolving regulatory environment * High level of ownership, accountability and attention to detail WHAT WE OFFER * A high-impact role in a small, expert team holding significant regulatory responsibility * 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 Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

We’re Capital on Tap 👋 💳 Capital on Tap started because small businesses were underserved. Big banks were slow, their products weren't fit for purpose, and small business owners often couldn't access what they needed. We set out to fix that. Today we're a financial platform - not just a credit card company. We offer a best-in-class business credit card, SME-focused spend management platform, a savings product that hit £1 billion in funds within its first year, and a growing suite of tools and financial products that make running a small business easier.  1,000+ employees, £20bn in annual card spend, 200,000+ customers, 17,000+ Trustpilot reviews averaging 4.7 stars, and we're profitable. We’ve done a pretty good job so far, but we’re just getting started!  📍 Cardiff | 🏢 3 days per week in the office Financial Crime/Customer Operations 🚀 Our Financial Crime team is growing quickly along with the company. They work on the front line to protect the company against financial crime such as money laundering and terrorist financing. From screening, onboarding, transaction monitoring through to CDD and EDD, they make decisions that really matter on a daily basis.  What You’ll Be Doing 🗃️ * Conduct CDD and EDD on SME customers in both the UK and US, with a focus on Know Your Business (KYB) requirements during onboarding and throughout the customer lifecycle. * Independently scrutinise and assess beneficial and complex ownership structures, including layered entities, trusts, offshore elements, and funds, ensuring decisions align with Capital on Tap's risk appetite. * Investigate high-risk or suspicious activity by analysing corporate structures, customer profiles, and behaviour to identify and mitigate red flags and indicators of financial crime. * Engage directly with customers, when needed, to clarify business activities, ownership, or source of funds/wealth. * Make sound, risk-based decisions based on available information and documented rationale. * Handle Transaction Monitoring alerts and escalations in line with established procedures, ensuring both quality and timeliness are met. * Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for internal approval and external submission to relevant authorities (NCA, FINCEN). * Act as a subject matter expert for financial crime escalations, providing support across the wider FinCrime team and business. * Support continuous improvement by sharing insights on emerging financial crime typologies and contributing to enhancements in monitoring, onboarding, and ongoing review processes. Our Values & Culture 🌞 * Just Pilot: We never settle for “good enough”. We pilot new ideas fast, ask questions to figure it out, and scale quickly. * Why Not Today? Fast is as slow as we go - speed and simplicity gives us a competitive advantage. * Be a Buddy: We tap in from day one to help the team, we do the right thing even if it’s hard. * Owners and Dates: We don’t chase people. If you own a task and agree to a date, the expectation is that it gets done. * Feedback: We want our employees to flourish, so we regularly provide direct and constructive feedback. We’re Looking For 🔎 * Demonstrable experience in financial crime, specifically with CDD and EDD responsibilities for SME corporate customers in the UK and US. * Strong understanding of KYB regulatory requirements and expectations across both UK and US jurisdictions. * Experience of reviewing, assessing, and articulating risk of high risk customer bases, operating within higher risk industries and sectors.  * Demonstrated ability to independently review and analyse complex ownership structures, including trusts, funds, offshore vehicles, and multi-layered entities, and make risk-based decisions in line with company risk appetite. * Strong analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills with clear documentation of findings. * Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. * Confident communicator, capable of explaining complex decisions to both internal stakeholders and external customers. * Comfortable proactively raising questions and identifying areas for improvement. Interview Process 🤝 * Stage 1: 30 minutes with a Talent Partner * Stage 2: take home task * Stage 3: 60 minutes with a Team Leader and/or Senior Manager Diversity & Inclusion 🌈 We welcome, consider and encourage applications from anyone who shares our commitment to inclusivity. Join us in creating a space where authenticity thrives, and everyone can do their best work. Great Work Deserves Great Perks We try not to take ourselves too seriously (all the time) so we make sure our office is decked out with a pool table, arcade machine, beer tap, and a couple of office dogs thrown in for good measure. Check out our benefits: 🏥 Private Healthcare including dental and opticians services through Vitality ✈️ Worldwide travel insurance through Vitality 🎁 Anniversary Rewards (£250, £500, £750, 4-week fully paid sabbatical) 👛 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme up to 7% match 🚘 Octopus EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme 🏖️ 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays) 📖 Annual Learning and Wellbeing Budget 👪 Enhanced Parental Leave 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme 🚂 Season Ticket Loan 💬 6 free therapy sessions per year 🐶 Dog Friendly Offices 🍫 Free drinks and snacks in our offices Check out more of our benefits, values and mission here. Other Info 👍Check out our ‘Top Tips’ for interviewing. ✔️Keep updated on new job opportunities by following us on Linkedin. 📧Email careers@capitalontap.com if you have any questions. Excited to work here? Apply! If you’d like to progress your career within our fast growing, profitable fintech then click apply and we will aim to get back to you within 3 working days (during busy periods this could take up to 5 working days.)