Risk Analyst – Fintech

Employment Type: Full-time (100%)
Industry: FinTech, Payments
Location: Kisinau, Moldova
Salary: Competitive

Job Description:

Fintech startup that focuses on delivering innovative payment solutions and infrastructure to European B2B and B2C companies.

Currently, we are looking for a Risk Analyst to join our team in Moldova, who will work in a close collaboration with our Risk Manager on identifying suspicious and irregular activities and customer onboarding.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive due diligence to verify client identities and assess risk profiles.
• Ensure onboarding documentation is complete and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Perform risk assessments and identify potential fraud indicators.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and risk assessments for all new and existing clients.
• Investigate and escalate any potential matches or red flags.
• Monitor client transactions for suspicious activity.
• Report and escalate any unusual or potentially fraudulent transactions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed client records.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year in a similar role within a financial institution; 3 years preferred.
• Experience working in fraud monitoring within the financial services sector.
• Understanding of the difference between normal/typical and suspicious financial behavior.
• Experience in transaction monitoring and analyzing trends.
• Experience with affluent, HNW and UHNW client onboarding and compliance is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of risk, fraud, and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with PEP (Politically Exposed Person) and sanctions screening processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a significant advantage.

What we offer:

• Working at an international startup
• Having a chance to use your English actively
• A friendly, supportive, and enthusiastic team
• All the opportunities to unleash your potential and grow together with the company
• With 100% smart working, work from anywhere