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Lead AML Specialist

Bybit - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - In-office - posted 2026-09-25

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Bybit, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and digital financial platform serving over 80 million users globally, is seeking an AML Transaction Monitoring Specialist to join its compliance team in Kuala Lumpur. This role is central to detecting and mitigating money laundering and terrorist financing risks within the virtual asset ecosystem. You will utilize advanced blockchain analysis tools and transaction monitoring systems (Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs, CipherTrace, etc.) to analyze virtual currency transactions and identify suspicious activities, patterns, and anomalies. Your work involves conducting thorough reviews of transactional data, collaborating with internal teams to investigate flagged transactions, and making informed risk assessments. Key responsibilities include: - Operating blockchain analysis and transaction monitoring platforms to detect suspicious activities - Analyzing transactional data to identify money laundering and terrorist financing indicators - Investigating flagged transactions in collaboration with internal stakeholders - Staying current with emerging regulatory requirements and industry best practices in virtual currency transaction monitoring - Documenting findings and maintaining detailed audit-compliant records - Preparing clear, concise reports and recommendations based on monitoring outcomes - Supporting process and system improvements for transaction monitoring Bybit offers a supportive work environment with study growth funds for professional development, internal team-building events, global collaboration opportunities, and clear career advancement pathways within a rapidly expanding organization. REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or related field (advanced degree or professional certification such as CAMS, CFE, or CRCM preferred) - Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in AML, compliance, CDD, risk management, or the virtual currency industry - Proficiency with blockchain analysis tools and transaction monitoring systems (Chainalysis, Elliptic, CipherTrace, etc.) - Strong understanding of virtual currency transactions, blockchain technology, and associated risks - Demonstrated ability to identify and assess money laundering and terrorist financing risks - Analytical mindset with ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable conclusions - Excellent communication skills to convey findings and recommendations effectively - Experience with virtual currency exchanges, payment platforms, or fintech companies is a plus

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