Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for a Crypto Training & Due Diligence Specialist.
Lead the Due Diligence training programme for Researchers and Analysts, building capability in cryptocurrency, digital asset investigations, and emerging financial crime risks to strengthen internal expertise and client delivery. You will drive professional development across the Due Diligence team and create client-facing training content for manager-led delivery across different markets and audiences.
Oversee the management of overt, covert, and subscription accounts required to support research, analysis, and training activity. This role combines training leadership with specialist investigative expertise, helping deliver clear, credible insight to clients on legitimacy, reputation, business interests, and cryptocurrency related risk through advanced internet, database, and open-source research.
Location: Twickenham (fully office-based)
Contract: 2-year fixed-term contract
Salary: £51,500 per annum
Main Responsibilities
Lead and manage the following areas of responsibility to strengthen internal capability and enhance client service delivery:
Due Diligence Training Programme:
- Design, implement, and oversee a structured training programme for newly appointed Researchers and Analysts
- Deliver training on FACT processes, research techniques, analysis, report writing, and cryptocurrency-related investigative approaches that support strong client outcomes
- Identify training needs linked to regional and subject-matter specialisms, drawing on internal expertise where appropriate
- Mentor and support new staff during their first three months to ensure a successful transition into role
- Develop specialist training content in cryptocurrency, digital asset investigations, and wider emerging financial crime risks
- Develop client-facing training materials for effective manager-led delivery across markets and audiences
Due Diligence Professional Development:
- Produce a monthly newsletter covering due diligence techniques and emerging trends to support learning and client-facing capability
- Support the development of individual and team specialisms through targeted training Initiatives
- Focus areas may include cryptocurrency, digital assets, OSINT, AML, geopolitical risk, research, report writing, and database use
- Develop practical e-learning modules for recruiters, staff, and clients
- Maintain accurate records of internal and external training activity
- Ensure relevant content is CPD certified and maintain an effective relationship with the appropriate regulatory body
Overt, Covert, and Subscription Accounts:
- Manage accounts required to support research, analysis, and training activity
- Develop, maintain, and oversee compliance with relevant policies
- Ensure appropriate account access and setup for new starters
- Carry out internal audits and monitoring to ensure adherence to policy
Oversee the software used for training, research, and analysis, ensuring it remains fit for purpose and aligned with market standards.
Maintain training manuals and supporting learning materials.
Provide ad-hoc training and support across the Researcher and Analyst functions as required.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Credible trainer, confident in delivering engaging learning, mentoring colleagues, and presenting to varied audiences
- Strong expertise in cryptocurrency, digital assets, and related financial crime or investigative risks
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to complex information
- Able to work independently, use sound judgement, and manage competing priorities
- Highly organised, able to plan, prioritise, and deliver to a high standard
- Excellent communication skills, with confidence engaging colleagues, managers, and clients
- Strong report-writing skills, translating complex findings into clear, commercially relevant insight
- Curious and analytical, with the initiative to investigate thoroughly and uncover insight
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required
Desirable:
- Experience in due diligence, investigations, intelligence, or a closely related analytical role
- Experience designing, delivering, or supporting structured training programmes for internal or external audiences
If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay £75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us.
Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.
RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience.
Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) – a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
