Compliance Analyst - AML & Crypto Risk

Cyberjaya, Malaysia | Posted on 26 / 08 / 2025

As a Compliance Analyst specialising in AML and Crypto Risk at Deriv, you’ll safeguard our business and clients against financial crime by expertly navigating the challenges of cryptocurrencies and blockchain transactions. Your analytical expertise will help secure our operations and reinforce the integrity of financial markets through advanced, AI-enhanced tools to assess and manage crypto-related risks.

On a given day, you will :

• Investigate flagged client accounts by analysing both crypto and fiat transactions to uncover potential AML / CTF risks
• Carry out comprehensive KYC, CDD, EDD, and SOF / SOW checks, with emphasis on risk exposure related to virtual asset service providers (VASPs)
• Assess high-value crypto deposit and withdrawal requests by reviewing wallet addresses, transaction histories, and using risk scoring methodologies through AI-powered tools and blockchain analytics
• Screen clients and wallets against politically exposed persons (PEP) lists, global sanctions databases, and adverse crypto or dark web exposures
• Prepare and submit detailed internal compliance reports, suspicious transaction reports (STRs), and AML / CTF filings to regulatory authorities
• Collaborate with operational and product teams to provide guidance on crypto AML / CTF compliance, anti-fraud measures, and risk mitigation strategies, while continuously improving internal procedures

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Compensation and development

We pay competitive salaries based on skills, qualifications, experience, and market rates. You’ll be eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. In addition, you’ll have access to a personalised Learning and Development programme with costs covered for relevant professional development related to advancing your career at Deriv.

About our workplace

You'll be part of our Cyberjaya office, home to 600 professionals driving innovation in online trading. Our purpose-built building enhances collaboration and creativity, leveraging AI and no-code / low-code platforms. The environment includes weekly knowledge-sharing sessions, cross-functional collaborations, culture celebrations, modern conference rooms, a gym, and barista-made coffee to keep you motivated.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles. Learn more about Deriv’s culture.

Equal opportunity

Deriv is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We pride ourselves on Great Place to Work and IIP Platinum certifications, reflecting our commitment to an exceptional work environment. Join us and help build the future of online trading with colleagues from over 96 nationalities.

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