AML Analyst (Italy | Remote)

JR Italy; Macerata; Remoto; EUR 35.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading compliance team in Italy is seeking a dedicated AML Analyst. This role involves transaction monitoring to identify suspicious activities, screening against sanctions, and improving compliance processes in the fintech sector. Candidates should have a passion for mitigating financial crime and a relevant degree.

Competenze

• 1-2 years in AML, transaction monitoring, or similar compliance role, preferably in fintech.
• Experience with AML/KYC tools is necessary.
• Fluent in English and Italian, excellent communication skills.

Mansioni

• Review alerts from Transaction Monitoring System for suspicious activities.
• Screen customers and transactions against sanctions lists.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as required.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field

Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma in AML)

Strumenti

Actimize

Chainalysis

World-Check

Dow Jones

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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented AML Analyst to join our compliance team regulated in Italy. This role is pivotal in ensuring our adherence to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, identifying suspicious activities, and mitigating financial crime risks in the dynamic world of virtual assets and fintech. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for combating financial crime, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Transaction Monitoring:

• Review and analyze alerts from the Transaction Monitoring System to detect suspicious virtual asset activities.
• Conduct investigations into potential money laundering, terrorist financing, or sanctions violations.
• Prepare and escalate Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) or Sanctions Officer as needed.

Screening Activities:

• Screen customers, counterparties, and transactions against sanctions lists (e.g., OFAC, EU, UN), PEP lists, and adverse media.
• Investigate and resolve screening alerts, distinguishing false positives from potential risks.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments of clients and transactions to mitigate financial crime risks.
• Maintain records and documentation for compliance reviews and regulatory inquiries.
• Ensure adherence to Lithuanian AML laws, EU AML Directives, FATF guidelines, and internal policies.

Process Improvement & Collaboration:

• Suggest enhancements to systems and processes for efficiency.
• Collaborate with KYC, onboarding, and compliance teams to resolve complex cases and share insights.
• Assist in developing AML procedures and provide training to team members as needed.

Additional Duties:

• Participate in ad-hoc projects, regulatory updates, and support other AML-related tasks as required.

Requirements

• 1-2 years in AML, transaction monitoring, or a similar compliance role, preferably in fintech, crypto, or financial services.
• Experience with AML/KYC tools (e.g., Actimize, Chainalysis, World-Check, Dow Jones).
• Understanding of Italian AML regulations, EU AML Directives, FATF recommendations, and international sanctions frameworks.
• Familiarity with high-risk industries such as virtual assets, gaming, or e-commerce is a plus.
• Knowledge of virtual asset-specific risks (e.g., cryptocurrency laundering, wallet tracing) is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma in AML, or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English and Italian