Compliance Risk Assessment and Internal Testing Analyst (Fully Remote, Worldwide)

Created in 2014 by pioneering Bitcoin enthusiasts, Tether USDt was the first stablecoin in existence. Tether is disrupting the legacy financial system by offering a more modern approach to money. Our platforms and tokens lead in liquidity, stability, and innovation, setting the foundation for the future, and we make a significant contribution to a more connected ecosystem by introducing digital currency benefits, such as instant global transactions, to traditional currency and incorporating traditional currency benefits like price stability to digital currency. Since launching the first 'stablecoin', we have since expanded our horizons into Tether Data, Tether Power, Tether Edu, and more.

Tether is committed to the extraordinary, seeking out and nurturing technologies that push the human kind forward. Our vision encompasses all horizons of innovation, promising a legacy of progress and transformation. Our team thrives on ambition, creativity, and resilience. Together, we tackle challenges, drive technological advancements, and build solutions that democratize access to finance, education, data and technology for individuals, businesses and governments around the globe.

Our team is fully remote and globally distributed to capture the best talent from around the world. So far our company has grown fast and stayed lean to secure its place as a leader in the space.

If you get excited about being in an industry that is breaking new ground and have confidence you can conquer the most challenging feats we'll encounter, we want to talk to you. Join us, and help lay the foundation for a decentralized future.

Currently looking for:
Compliance Risk Assessment and Internal Testing Analyst (m/f)

The Compliance Risk Assessment and Internal Testing Analyst will cooperate closely with, and report to the Risk Assessment and Internal Testing Manger in the implementation of the company’s Anti Money laundering (AML) risk assessment framework. The incumbent will provide an objective assessment on internal controls, identify key findings, and propose recommendations to address risks and reinforce internal controls. Areas of focus will include products, delivery channels, geography, and customer risk.

To succeed in this role, the incumbent will continuously strive to self-develop and enhance their skill sets including understanding the Company’s products and Services, blockchain technology, virtual currencies, suspicious activities in the space, and best investigative practices to mitigate against the risk of money laundering, financing terrorism or violating sanctions and to ensure the company’s robust Regulatory Compliance.

A strong understanding of the Company’s platform and products and services is required.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluating inherent and residual risk.

• Identifying, characterizing, and documenting risks and controls.

• Performing control design assessment and effectiveness analysis: defining test samples, executing control effectiveness tests, and documenting results.

• Performing analysis and understanding of processes / activities through meetings and walkthroughs with process owners and involved stakeholders.

• Conducting preparatory work for assignments, including obtaining information to better understand the scope and processes subject to analysis.

• Performing critical analysis on risk exposure current situation, proposing recommendations to reinforce controls.

• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Compliance Team.

• Assist with internal projects related to regulatory preparation and examination.

• Ensure robust regulatory compliance for Tether.

In addition to the preferred skill set requirements listed below, 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 Compliance Manager/CCO.

• Bachelor's degree (preferred).

• Previous professional experience in risk management / internal control / compliance.

• Basic knowledge of blockchain technology (preferred).

• CAMS/CBP designation or equivalent (preferred).

• Ability to build relationships both internally and externally.

• Strong organization and time management skills.

• Team player as well as independent thinker with strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (incl. creating pivot tables).

• Demonstrated critical-thinking skills (decision-making).

• Demonstrated attention to detail.

• Organizational understanding (enhanced in the role).