Analyst - Virtual Assets Intelligence
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About the Role
The Central Bank of the UAE is hiring an Analyst for Virtual Assets Intelligence in Abu Dhabi. The role involves analyzing virtual asset transactions, preparing case reports, and supporting investigations.
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Responsibilities
- Gather and collate virtual asset transaction data; perform initial synthesis to identify red flags and suspicious patterns
- Analyze STR/SAR related to virtual asset investigations using blockchain tracing tool, open source intelligence gathering, and basic blockchain investigations
- Support Senior Specialists/Managers in case investigations by preparing data visualizations, summaries, and evidence packages
- Draft routine intelligence reports and maintain case records under supervision
- Update team records, case management systems, and knowledge bases to ensure accurate, auditable data flow
- Perform any other duties outside the scope as and when required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field
- Technical certifications (CAMS, blockchain analysis/cybersecurity) are preferred
- Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in compliance and virtual asset investigations
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Role Overview
- The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) is the supervisory and regulatory authority of the banking and insurance sector in the United Arab Emirates.
- CBUAE is currently looking to hire a seasoned and highly motivated professional in Financial Intelligence Unit, who would be responsible to support the Virtual Assets Intelligence section by conducting initial analysis of virtual asset transactions, preparing draft case reports, and maintaining data
- Serve as the foundation of the team’s investigation capacity and participate in ongoing training to develop technical and regulatory expertise.
Core Responsibilities
- Preliminary Analysis: Gather and collate virtual asset transaction data; perform initial synthesis to identify red flags and suspicious patterns.
- Analyze STR/SAR related to virtual asset investigations using blockchain tracing tool, open source intelligence gathering, and basic blockchain investigations.
- Casework & Operational Support: Support Senior Specialists/Managers in case investigations by preparing data visualizations, summaries, and evidence packages.
- Draft routine intelligence reports and maintain case records under supervision.
- Database & Knowledge Management: Update team records, case management systems, and knowledge bases to ensure accurate, auditable data flow.
- Perform any other duties outside the scope as and when required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field. Technical certifications (CAMS, blockchain analysis/cybersecurity) are preferred.
- Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in compliance and virtual asset investigations.
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