AML Investigations Analyst I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Evaluate alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems to detect potentially suspicious behavior.

• Perform preliminary investigations by analyzing customer activity, relevant documentation, and transaction records.

• Record case information in the AML case management system.

• Aid in the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and narrative summaries for senior management review.

• Utilize BSA/AML regulatory knowledge and company policies in daily casework.

• Review training resources and industry literature to enhance AML expertise.

• Engage in ongoing training and cross-training with BSA/AML colleagues.

• Participate in discussions aimed at process improvement and department-wide initiatives.

• Work collaboratively with internal teams to collect documentation and clarify customer activities.

• Fulfill internal service-level agreements and maintain quality standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Criminology, Finance, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Over 1 year of pertinent experience in banking, AML compliance, or fraud investigations.

• Knowledge of BSA/AML regulatory frameworks and general operations in financial services.

• Intermediate proficiency in MS365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.

• Excellent attention to detail and a strong desire to learn investigative techniques.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong research and analytical capabilities.

• Ability to identify patterns, evaluate risks, and formulate reasoned conclusions with minimal guidance.

• Good judgment and discretion when managing sensitive and ambiguous situations.

• Capability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Willingness to receive feedback and a commitment to ongoing learning.

• Must be able to work without employment sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Three competitive medical insurance options.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with tax benefits and employer contributions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Dental and vision insurance coverage.

• Company-paid basic life insurance with the option for additional coverage.

• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.

• Coverage for Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Generous vacation and sick leave policies.

• 11 paid holidays throughout the year.