FIU Data Analyst

About MoonPay

We’re here to onboard the world to Web3. We think Web3 is a unique and democratising technology. It gives people back control of their money, digital identity, data, and property like nothing else before it.

What we do

We’re the leading infrastructure company in Web3. This means we offer our partners everything from payment solutions to minting software for digital collectibles, like NFTs. Over 30 million people around the world now trust our products. We’re also big on collaborations and have worked on stunts, drops, and partnerships with some of the world’s most prestigious and forward-thinking brands. We have built our own consumer app because we wanted to see if we could build a better Web3 account. It’s taken off in a big way, and we’re working hard to continually improve it and strive for perfection. Come help us build the future of Web3 and digital ownership.

About the Opportunity

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is responsible for safeguarding the MoonPay platform against financial crime and money laundering activities. Leveraging advanced analytics and blockchain tracing tools, it collects and analyses huge volumes of data to identify potentially suspicious activities. The team collaborates with regulatory bodies, submitting suspicious activity reports (SARs) and sharing intelligence to combat financial crime. The FIU Data Analyst will directly support the Compliance Technology Manager to govern the MoonPay Compliance tech stack and data science needs. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies by directly supporting the FIU’s data science, analytics, and reporting needs. This is also a global role that will support all operating businesses in the MoonPay family across the U.S., UK, Europe and beyond.

Locations: (London Hybrid)

What you will do

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting to monitor key compliance metrics
• Manage incoming data requests from global regulators, ensuring data is provided quickly and accurately
• Identify trends and anomalies using advanced data analysis techniques and tools
• Support financial crime investigations by providing insights from complex datasets
• Maintain documentation on the compliance data stack, supporting audits and model validations
• Support the compliance team with ad-hoc data analyses, and act as a trusted point of contact for all compliance data needs
• Communicate your findings with stakeholders across the team and wider company

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, or a relevant technical field. Masters degree or above is a plus
• 2+ years proficiency in data analysis tools including SQL and Python
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools such as Looker or Tableau
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Team player with good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to different audiences
• Ability to handle shifting priorities and thrive in a dynamic environment. Comfortable to work independently and upskill on new tools and technology
• Interested in cryptocurrency, blockchain and financial crime detection

Bonus points for:

• Prior experience working in a fast-paced fintech/cryptocurrency company
• Experience with cloud data services such as GCP, Snowflake or AWS
• Prior familiarity with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) rules and transaction monitoring
• Knowledge of key blockchain concepts and on-chain data structure

What you will be working with/on

You will be at the forefront of safeguarding MoonPay against financial crime. In this role, you'll contribute to building a secure, compliant ecosystem by supporting efforts to identify risks and protect against illicit activities in the evolving world of blockchain and digital assets. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative team that values collaboration, adaptability, and making a meaningful impact in the cryptocurrency space.

Most importantly, though, you will embody the core principles that everyone here at MoonPay lives by. Our “BLOCK Values” are at the heart of everything we do - and they are…

• B - Be Hungry
• L - Level Up
• O - Own It
• C - Crypto Curious
• K - Kaizen

MoonPay Perks

• Equity package
• Unlimited holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Annual training budget
• Home office setup allowance
• Monthly budget to spend on our products
• Working in a disruptive and fast-growing industry where the possibilities are endless
• Freedom, autonomy and responsibility

Commitment To Diversity

At MoonPay we believe that every voice matters. We strive to create a mindful and respectful environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work, and experience a culture that is free of harassment, racism, and discrimination. That’s why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are a proud equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, and leave of absence. MoonPay is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please inform our Talent Team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Please be aware that MoonPay does not request an AI-led interview without seeing a recruiter or team member from MoonPay on video call. We won't ask for your personal identification documents or any money from you during your interview process with us. Be fraud smart! If you receive an email claiming to be from MoonPay but from an email address ending in anything other than @moonpay.com, please be aware that this is not us.