AML Analyst (Italy | Remote)

JR Italy; Padova; Remoto; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a leading fintech company as an AML Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations. In this dynamic role, you'll analyze transaction alerts, investigate activities, and collaborate with teams to mitigate financial crime risks. Ideal candidates will have a background in compliance, specifically within the fintech sector, and be passionate about combating financial crimes in a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• 1-2 years in AML, transaction monitoring, or similar compliance role preferred.
• Fluent in English and Italian; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Relevant certifications like CAMS or equivalent desired.

Mansioni

• Review alerts from the Transaction Monitoring System for suspicious activities.
• Conduct investigations into potential money laundering or sanctions violations.
• Prepare and escalate Suspicious Activity Reports as needed.

Conoscenze

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Formazione

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

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