Market Surveillance & Transaction Monitoring Analyst (SDQ)

Position Summary:

As a Market Surveillance & Transaction Monitoring Analyst, you will play a key role in safeguarding our platform by reviewing and investigating market manipulation and financial crime alerts. Reporting directly to the Market Surveillance & Transaction Monitoring Team Lead, you will focus on identifying suspicious activities, such as wash trading, structuring, and unusual transaction patterns. You will play a hands-on role in ensuring the team operates effectively and aligns with compliance standards. You will work closely with different departments to mitigate risks and support the ongoing development of the compliance infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about crypto and compliance to grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities:

Market Surveillance:

·   Monitor trading activities for signs of market manipulation, including wash trading, spoofing, layering, and unusual trading volumes.

·   Investigate anomalies in trading patterns to identify potential risks or violations.

·   Leverage surveillance tools to detect irregularities and enhance detection capabilities.

Transaction Monitoring:

• Review transactions flagged by monitoring systems for indicators of suspicious activity.
• Analyze large data sets to identify potential money laundering, fraud, or cryptocurrency-related risks.
• Prepare detailed reports and escalate findings to senior compliance or regulatory teams when necessary.

Risk Assessment & Cryptocurrency Typologies:

• Assess cryptocurrency-related transactions for risk exposure and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Stay informed about emerging threats and typologies in cryptocurrency markets, including mixing/tumbling services and cross-border transactions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced English proficiency. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of market manipulation schemes, such as wash trading, spoofing, and layering.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency risk typologies and blockchain analytics tools.
• Proficiency with surveillance and monitoring systems (e.g., Solidus, Elliptic).
• Understanding of financial markets, trading systems, and asset classes, including cryptocurrencies.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, or similar) are highly desirable.

Education and Experience:

•  5+ years of experience in market surveillance, transaction monitoring, or related compliance roles.
• A student or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. 

Benefits: 

• Insurance under ARS Humano Royal Plan (Option to upgrade to Max Royal Plan)
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Free snacks every day
• Free catered lunch every day
• Free catered dinner (for those on night shifts)
• Door-to-door transportation after 9:00 PM
• Happy hour on Fridays
• Holiday parties!
• An amazing, unique office environment (no cubes, no assigned workstations!)
• Growth and development opportunities (the most in the industry!)
• Professional development courses by leading business schools like Barna
• Yoga and workout classes (coming soon!)
• Community service opportunities (#HoratioCares)
• Discounts at local restaurants and stores

Life At Horatio: 

Horatio is changing the way people experience life at work. Yes, that’s right - working at Horatio is much different than anywhere you’ve ever worked. Here’s what makes our vibe different:

• Employee First (but actually...): At Horatio, we are a family and that plays into everything we do. We know that our employees are the most important part of the team and we treat them as such! Just ask any member of our team about how different Horatio has been for them and why they love it so much! Or, feel free to check out our Instagram page hirehoratiord to see it for yourself. Whether it’s the free meals, concerts, clubs, yoga classes, or awesome office vibe, there’s something for everyone at Horatio!
• Cool Clients: We work with some of the fastest-growing and innovative companies in the world — and a lot of them are startups. That means no boring scripts and repetition. Instead, you will be challenged to provide clients with ideas, feedback, and new strategies based on what you are seeing each day. You’ll get to interact with clients directly too — it could be the head of the customer experience or even the CEO!
• Growth Opportunities: We’re a fast-growing company and have a lot of opportunities for new employees to grow within. A large number of our senior managers started as associates, proved themselves, and were promoted over and over again. If you are smart, hungry, and driven, the sky's the limit at Horatio!
• Wellness Program: Horatio is committed to spread mental health awareness and promote its importance. To take care of our people we have in-house clinical psychologists.