Anti-Money Laundering Senior Analyst

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Senior Analyst

The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Senior Analyst is responsible for gathering and analyzing transaction data and customer information to detect suspicious or high-risk activities. This includes screening customers and related parties for sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and adverse media, as well as ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and client-specific processing requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze detailed data related to alerted transactions and associated entities to identify unusual patterns or risks
• Screen customers and related parties for sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and adverse media using approved sources and tools
• Perform AML transaction monitoring and analysis to detect potentially suspicious, high-risk, or vulnerable activity
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and adherence to client-specific processing requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Transaction Monitoring within FinTech, Banking, or Financial Institutions

Preferred Qualifications

• AML certifications CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) and/or ICA (International Compliance Association)
• Experience in compliance roles within the financial services industry
• Knowledgeable of financial crime typologies and their indicators
• Experience drafting Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) narratives
• Experience and knowledge of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques
• Experience with case management tools, screening databases, or AML platforms (e.g., LexisNexis, RDC, World Check)
• Experience of investigative research using both internal systems and external public sources
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field

Professional Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to identify deviations and to assess potential risks
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate products within accelerated deadlines
• Comfortably operating in a dynamic, transformational environment, viewing change as an opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and driving continuous improvement for both the team and broader organization