AML Compliance Analyst

Polymarket is the world's largest prediction market platform. We enable individuals to express views on real-world events by trading on outcomes across politics, economics, sports, culture, and current affairs. Built as a peer-to-peer marketplace with no centralized "house," Polymarket aggregates diverse opinions into transparent, market-based probabilities that reflect collective expectations about the future.

We're growing fast – both in terms of volume ($21B traded in 2025) and adoption as an alternative news source. Our ambition is to become a ubiquitous beacon of truth in global media and we need your help adding fuel to the fire.

Polymarket is hiring an AML Compliance Officer to oversee and implement our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) compliance program. This role ensures adherence to all applicable federal regulations — including the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), CFTC rules, and FinCEN guidance — across our CFTC-registered Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO). You'll work closely with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to maintain effective monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation practices.

• Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, and internal controls for both the DCM and DCO, ensuring compliance with CFTC, FinCEN, and other relevant regulations

• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate potential money laundering or terrorist financing risks

• Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity detection, reporting, and proper documentation and retention of AML-related records

• Manage the KYC process and enhanced due diligence for high-risk participants, monitoring ongoing customer activity for unusual or suspicious behavior

• Develop and deliver AML/CTF training programs and promote a culture of compliance across the organization

• Serve as the primary point of contact for AML inquiries from regulators and law enforcement, and coordinate regulatory examinations and audits

• Stay current on regulatory changes and recommend updates to AML policies and procedures as required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred

• 2+ years of AML/CTF experience in financial services, with exposure to derivatives, futures, or commodities markets

• Knowledge of CFTC rules and regulations applicable to DCMs and DCOs

• Strong understanding of the Bank Secrecy Act, FinCEN requirements, and U.S. AML regulatory framework

• Experience with AML transaction monitoring systems and KYC/CDD processes

• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with regulators, senior management, and operational teams

• Competitive salary & equity

• Unlimited PTO

• Full Health, Vision, & Dental coverage

• 401k match

• Hardware setup — new MacBook Pro, big display, & accessories