FinCrime Analyst (Investigations)

Revolut Ltd; Ciudad de México; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to work from home, the off

Revolut Metal subscription

Financial benefits

Year-round events

Job summary

Revolut Ltd in Mexico City is seeking a Financial Crime Analyst to identify suspicious activity and ensure fair treatment of customers. You will investigate internal SARs and complex cases, applying judgment and analytical skills to detect grounds for money laundering.

The role supports 24/7 coverage with shifts including nights and weekends, and is based at the Mexico City office. Fluency in English (B1+) and Spanish (C1+) is required, with experience in regulated environments and strong

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial crime investigations, or 1+ years of SAR reporting experience.
• Fluency in English (B1+ level).
• Fluency in Spanish (C1+ level).
• Experience in a regulated or policy-driven environment (e.g., financial institution, law enforcement).
• Knowledge of investigative methodologies and analytical tools.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and take ownership of assigned workload.
• Adaptability with fast-cycle feedback loops.
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends.
• To be able to work from the Mexico City office.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, investigating, and reporting money laundering cases
• Monitoring and resolving formal and Financial Ombudsman Service complaints
• Dealing appropriately with consent refusals following SAR submissions
• Being a point of contact for law enforcement agencies in ongoing criminal investigations that commenced from a submitted SAR
• Acting in accordance with written policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
• Cooperating with other teams by providing professional and efficient front-line compliance support, seeking to improve company processes

Skills

Financial crime investigations

SAR reporting

English (B1+)

Spanish (C1+)

Analytical tools

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Shift flexibility

Education

Law degree

STEM degree

Tools

Spreadsheets

Filters

Pivots

Network charts

Job description

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 80+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work™. So far, we have 13,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Financial Crime Operations is at the forefront of Revolut’s efforts to keep customers and their money safe. Team members work directly with customers to resolve issues and flag potential concerns. Using cutting-edge technology and sharp attention to detail, they help prevent financial crime and keep trust at the core of Revolut.

We’re looking for a Financial Crime Analyst to identify suspicious activity and ensure we’re treating customers fairly. You’ll be investigating internal SARs and complex cases by applying judgement, analytical skills, and solid decision-making to identify where grounds for suspicion of money laundering exist.

To support our 24/7 coverage, this role may include night and weekend shifts, which are fully compensated.

What you'll be doing

• Reviewing, investigating, and reporting money laundering cases
• Monitoring and resolving formal and Financial Ombudsman Service complaints
• Dealing appropriately with consent refusals following SAR submissions
• Being a point of contact for law enforcement agencies in ongoing criminal investigations that commenced from a submitted SAR
• Acting in accordance with written policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
• Cooperating with other teams by providing professional and efficient front-line compliance support, seeking to improve company processes

What you'll need

• 3+ years of experience in financial crime investigations, or 1+ years of SAR reporting experience
• Fluency in English (B1+ level)
• Fluency in Spanish (C1+ level)
• Experience in a regulated or policy-driven environment (e.g., financial institution, law enforcement)
• Knowledge of investigative methodologies, evidenced by the use of analytical tools (e.g., spreadsheets, filters, pivots, network charts)
• The ability to work with multiple stakeholders and take ownership of assigned workload
• Adaptability with fast-cycle feedback loops
• A willingness to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends
• To be able to work from the Mexico City office

Nice to have

• Fluency in other languages
• A degree in law or a STEM subject
• A professional certification (e.g., ICA or ACAMS)
• Familiarity with jurisdiction-specific financial regulations
• Experience in crypto or blockchain analysis

Building a global financial super app isn’t enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that’s why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We’re doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

Get what you need to succeed

• Financial benefits that show we value your work
• Flexibility to work from home, the office, or abroad
• A Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks
• Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team