Lead AML Specialist

Company Description

GBI is a leading precious metals trading platform that enables individuals and institutional clients to buy, sell, and hold physical gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. We take compliance seriously — our KYC and AML program is a core part of how we maintain trust with our customers and regulators alike. We are looking for a dedicated compliance professional to own this function end-to-end. Role Description The KYC/AML Compliance Analyst will be the primary owner of GBI's customer onboarding compliance program. This individual will be responsible for reviewing and approving new account applications, managing our third-party KYC/AML platform configuration, building and maintaining customer risk profiles, and ensuring our processes remain aligned with FinCEN, BSA, and precious metals dealer regulations. This is a hands-on, ownership-oriented role where the successful candidate will take initiative to define, design, and continuously improve GBI's KYC/AML program — not simply execute within one. It is best suited for a compliance professional who thrives in a fast-paced fintech environment, values a customer-friendly onboarding experience, and wants to build something meaningful. Core Responsibilities Account Onboarding & Document Review Review and adjudicate new account applications submitted by retail and institutional customers Examine and verify identity documents including government-issued IDs, passports, and business formation documents (Articles of Incorporation, EIN letters, operating agreements) Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers, PEPs, and complex entity structures Approve, pend, or decline account applications based on risk assessment findings Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams to resolve document deficiencies Create KPI’s and report to management on a weekly basis KYC/AML Platform Configuration & Management Own the configuration of GBI's third-party compliance platforms: Socure (identity verification), Riskified, and Signifyd Build and tune rule sets, decision logic, and automated workflow triggers within the platform Manage vendor relationships and escalate platform issues or enhancement requests Monitor system performance and flag configuration gaps that create compliance exposure Risk Profiling & Ongoing Monitoring Develop and maintain customer risk rating methodologies appropriate for the industry Assign and periodically reassess risk scores across the customer base Monitor transactional activity for AML red flags and unusual patterns Conduct periodic reviews (annual, triggered) of existing customer profiles Regulatory Compliance & Reporting Ensure GBI's KYC/AML program remains current and compliant with applicable regulations including: – Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) – FinCEN Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Rule – OFAC/Sanctions screening requirements File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) as required Maintain thorough records in support of regulatory examinations and audits Process Ownership & Improvement Document KYC/AML policies, procedures, and workflows and keep them current Identify operational gaps and propose improvements to reduce manual effort and risk Partner with technology and product teams on compliance-related feature development Train internal staff on KYC/AML requirements and escalation procedures Maintain records of cadenced meetings, management approvals, training sessions, SAR filings, etc.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary ($80,000 – $120,000) commensurate with experience Performance bonus tied to compliance program health and operational metrics Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Hybrid work schedule — 2 to 3 days per week in our New York City office A high-impact role with direct visibility to senior leadership Apply To This Job