Jobs in Palermo, United States

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. Risk Assessment & Compliance : 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