Overview
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Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. The Financial Crimes Investigations team's mission is to protect Robinhood and its customers by identifying and mitigating financial crime risks across our crypto and brokerage businesses. We use advanced tools and regulatory expertise to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure regulatory compliance.
This role is based in our Chicago, IL, Westlake, TX, and Denver, CO offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What You'll Do
- Conduct investigations into potentially suspicious activity involving crypto, brokerage, and cash movement across Robinhood platforms
- Use blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM) to trace crypto transactions and identify red flags
- Analyze activity across Robinhood Financial, Robinhood Securities, Robinhood Crypto, and Robinhood Money
- Draft high-quality Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) that meet regulatory and internal standards
- Manage end-to-end case investigation, from detection through documentation and decisioning
- Assist with escalated or high-risk cases, providing support to team leads and managers
- Contribute to improving processes, tooling, and quality standards within the investigations program
- Stay up to date on crypto financial crime trends, typologies, regulatory updates, and industry news
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience3+ years of AML investigation experience at a broker-dealer, crypto firm, fintech, or financial institutionExperience using blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM, Elliptic) to analyze crypto activityStrong knowledge of BSA / AML regulations related to virtual assets and digital platformsProven ability to work independently, assess large data sets, and make clear investigative decisionsExceptional writing and documentation skills with strong attention to detailFamiliarity with Actimize or similar case management systemsComfort operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a passion for innovationInterest in financial crime prevention and evolving crypto threatsBonus points
ACAMS or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certificationChainalysis KYT, Reactor, or TRM equivalent certificationsFINRA Series 7 and / or 24Experience in environments that span both fiat and crypto financial productsWhat We Offer
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your careerPerformance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matchingBest-in-class benefits including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependentsLifestyle wallet – a flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and moreEmployer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health supportTime off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and moreExceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspacesIn addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including location and market demands.
Base Pay Range
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) : $74,000—$87,000 USDZone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) : $65,000—$77,000 USDZone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) : $58,000—$68,000 USDClick here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity. If our mission energizes you and you're ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.
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