AML Analyst ll

Sumup; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Meal vouchers

Zenklub enrollment

Wellhub

Job summary

SumUp in Brazil is seeking an AML QA Analyst to review transaction monitoring activities and regulatory decisions, ensuring accuracy and alignment with AML requirements. You will identify control gaps and provide actionable feedback to analysts, contributing to a robust end-to-end AML framework.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, English proficiency for technical reading, and teamwork within a fast-paced fintech environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) or related compliance role.
• Solid knowledge of AML regulations and financial market requirements.
• Strong reading comprehension in English for technical material and internal communication.
• Sharp analytical skills and high attention to detail to identify potential risks.
• Team-oriented with ability to resolve conflicts in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in Payment Institutions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA reviews of AML transaction monitoring activities, including case investigations and regulatory reporting decisions.
• Identify control gaps, perform root cause analysis, and support improvements to AML monitoring procedures.
• Provide clear and actionable feedback to analysts based on QA findings.
• Identify anomalies related to money laundering and reputational risks.
• Support monthly reviews for the MLRO Forum and report key AML risks to SumUp’s local Board.

Skills

AML experience

Advanced English

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Job description

Team Description

As part of the AML Brazil team, you will play a key role in our Quality Assurance front, helping ensure the quality and consistency of our AML processes. You will review case investigations, support compliance with AML regulations, and identify gaps and opportunities for improvement across the end-to-end AML framework. Our AML team is part of a global structure, providing you with continuous interaction and collaboration with international teams.

What you will do

• Perform quality assurance reviews of AML transaction monitoring activities, including case investigations and regulatory reporting decisions.
• Identify control gaps, perform root cause analysis, and support improvements to AML monitoring procedures
• Provide clear and actionable feedback to analysts based on QA findings.
• Identify anomalies related to money laundering and other reputational risks.
• Work closely with a Senior AML Analyst to support the monthly review for the MLRO Forum, tracking agreed actions and reporting key AML risks to SumUp’s local Board.

You will be great for this role if

• You have previous experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
• You demonstrate solid knowledge of AML regulations and financial market legal requirements.
• You have advanced English skills for technical reading and internal communication.
• You possess a sharp analytical profile and an extreme attention to detail, enabling you to identify potential risks.
• You are a collaborative team player with the ability to resolve conflicts in a fast‑paced environment.
• Previous experience in Payment Institutions will be considered a plus.

Why you should join SumUp

Career Growth: Be part of a global team working on large‑scale fintech products used by millions of businesses.

Learning & Development: Access an annual budget of R$ 10,000 for education, certifications, and conferences.

Time Off: Enjoy 30 additional days off through our Break4Me program after 3 years at SumUp.

Grow with Us: Participate in our virtual stock program and benefit from SumUp’s success with company shares.

Global Experience: Collaborate with a diverse team of 3,000+ people from over 30 countries.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values diversity, innovation, and teamwork, where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

Great Benefits: Health plans, meal vouchers (VR), Zenklub, Wellhub, life insurance, childcare allowance, and more.

About SumUp

We believe in the everyday hero.

Small business owners are at the heart of all we do, so we're creating tools that help them run their businesses. With a founder’s mentality and a 'team-first’ attitude, our diverse teams across Europe, South America, and the United States work together to ensure that the small business owners we partner with can be successful doing what they love.

SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. SumUp does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. SumUp also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.

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