Global Financial Crimes: Digital Assets Coverage Professional - Director

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

1d•$90,000 - $155,000

About The Position

We are seeking someone to join our team as a Global Financial Crimes (GFC) : Digital Assets Advisory Professional. In the Legal & Compliance division, we assist the Firm in achieving its business objectives by facilitating and overseeing the Firm's management of legal, regulatory and franchise risk. This is a Director level position within the GFC Wealth Management and U.S. Banks coverage team, reporting to the Firm's Head of Digital Assets Advisory. To be successful in this role, you must have deep knowledge of digital asset financial crimes compliance, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to think analytically. You should also possess exceptional problem-solving and project management skills. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with an in-depth understanding of financial services and hands on experience with blockchain analytics tools and financial crimes in the digital asset space. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world. In GFC, you will play a critical role in identifying potentially suspicious activity, protecting vulnerable individuals, and safeguarding the integrity of the financial system. GFC coordinates day-to-day implementation of the Firm's financial crime prevention efforts. Including governance, oversight, and execution of the Firm's Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, Anti-Corruption and Government and Political Activities Compliance programs. If you are passionate about financial crimes prevention, seeking a rewarding and dynamic career, and focused on making a difference, then GFC might be the right team for you.

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
5+ years of relevant experience, preferably at a large/complex financial institution, digital assets fintech, law firm, or government/regulatory body
Detailed understanding of the laws, rules, regulations, and industry best practice pertaining to digital assets, in particular cryptocurrency
Strong project management skills
Ability to understand and assess a wide variety of complex commercial transactions
Highly motivated self-starter able to work independently while collaborating and coordinating as part of a global program
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to provide viable solutions in a time-sensitive environment
Strong written and verbal communications skills, attention to detail, and effective time management
Sound judgment and an ability to appropriately escalate issues internally
Strong interpersonal skills and team-player attitude
Certification as an Anti-Money Laundering Specialist by ACAMS or equivalent AML certification/license - or certification within first 15 months of employment

Responsibilities

Be responsible for financial crimes compliance and related regulatory matters related to digital assets products/services and other initiatives, including working closely with key stakeholders in Compliance and Operational Risk
Assist in the ongoing development, administration, and implementation of the Firm's financial crimes program relating to digital assets, including supporting development and implementation of policies and procedures
Develop, recommend, and oversee implementation of risk-based processes and controls to ensure business unit compliance with relevant financial crimes laws and regulations
Address financial crimes-related queries from first line risk, business, fraud, and operations groups with respect to cryptocurrency and other digital assets
Develop content for and deliver specialized training to relevant internal audiences concerning digital assets for both in-person and Firm-wide online training modules
Coordinate with key teams in GFC on digital asset related matters, including KYC, monitoring and screening controls, governance, and risk assessment teams
Conduct ad hoc due diligence projects arising from the administration of the financial crimes program with respect to digital assets
Maintain awareness of regulatory changes, emerging financial crimes typologies, and industry best practices related to digital assets, ensuring proper communication and timely implementation of policy or process changes
In partnership with GFC business advisory and legal teams, provide written and verbal communication on issues to the lines of business, performing and reviewing highly sensitive client and transaction information
Assist with responding to regulatory exams and inquiries and internal audits