Transaction Monitoring Associate

Established in 2017, QCP is one of the first digital asset trading firms in Singapore, with a vision to partner the next generation of investors to unlock institutional opportunities in digital assets.

QCP brings to clients deep expertise gained from thriving through multiple market cycles. A global market maker in digital asset derivatives with a vast network of liquidity providers and counterparties, we are shaping the future of digital asset markets through greater access and efficiency.

We offer a range of tailored derivatives and spot trading as well as structured solutions to institutional, professional and accredited investors. We also provide 24/7 liquidity across various markets in partnership with various exchanges and platforms.

QCP is headquartered in Singapore and is supported by a strong team of professionals in trading, business development, operations, risk and compliance teams.

**Responsibilities**:

- Perform investigative research on companies and/or individuals who are clients, prospective clients, and/or connected parties by utilizing a range of internal data (e.g., transaction activity, KYC, etc.), and external data (e.g. blockchains, internet, media, legal, corporate and other publicly available records and databases), must be able to correlate the transactions with a 360-degree view of understanding the customer
- Independently review & dispose offchain (fiat) and onchain (DPT) alerts from onboarding/periodic reviews related to adverse media, sanctions and be able to provide comprehensive and cogent justifications for all decisions and/or recommendations
- Analyse quantitative and qualitative data sets to assess and report on financial crimes (e.g. Money laundering, fraud, sanctions, terrorist financing) and be able to recognize typologies and patterns in relation to customers’ transactions and activities
- Assist MLRO in drafting Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and providing relevant justifications and information, timely follow-up of FIU queries and management of information collation and dissemination
- Be able to regularly review and refine QCP’s screening & transaction monitoring compliance frameworks, including maintenance and enhancement of relevant policies and procedures, and recalibration of monitoring parameters
- Manage vendors such as transaction screening providers, taking ownership of projects and delivery timelines pertaining to compliance deliverables
- Prepare monthly management reporting for transaction monitoring metrics for the MLRO and CEO

**Requirements**:

- Experience with OFAC/EU/MAS watchlist screenings and investigations
- Good understanding of MAS regulatory requirements related to investigations and reporting and familiar with PEP, adverse media, SDN risks, any additional jurisdiction experience will be a bonus
- Possess compliance and risk mitigation mindset and able to manage ambiguities by making firm and substantiated decisions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized and adept at managing competing priorities
- Deep experience using blockchain analytics tools like Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs etc & sanctions screening tools, ability to cross-compare platforms and derive a holistic view on clientele risk

**Benefits**

The Environment We Offer

As a growing firm with a tightly-knit team, we respect and listen to all our employees. You will get the chance to make an impact by having your voice heard by everyone, including the management.

Our employees enjoy a high level of autonomy at work. We focus on substance, not form - as long as you can perform, you will be recognized and rewarded. We are also dedicated to supporting our staff and ensuring they develop holistically to maximize their potential in the long
- term.

We also provide flexible working arrangement as required and a casual and fun environment to boot