Transaction Monitoring Level 2

Lewis Personnel Management; Makati; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Personnel Management is seeking an experienced AML Transaction Monitoring Analyst to join our team for Level 2 investigations. The role focuses on complex alert reviews, holistic account and transaction analysis, and providing escalation recommendations in the financial crime risk framework.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in AML Transaction Monitoring, solid knowledge of AML regulations, KYC/CDD, sanctions and PEP screening, and experience drafting SARs/STRs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of AML Transaction Monitoring experience.
• Experience in Level 2 investigations including complex alert reviews.
• Knowledge of AML regulations, KYC/CDD, sanctions screening, and PEP screening.
• Experience with SAR/STR drafting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Level 2 transaction monitoring investigations including complex alert reviews.
• Perform holistic account and transaction analyses to identify AML/CTF typologies.
• Prepare investigation narratives and provide escalation recommendations.
• Apply risk-based approaches to financial crime investigations.

Skills

Level 2 investigations

Analytical skills

Communication

SAR/STR drafting

Risk-based approach

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Legal Management, or Criminology

Job description

AML Transaction Monitoring Analyst – Level 2

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced AML Transaction Monitoring Analyst to join our team and support financial crime risk management activities.

The role will focus on Level 2 Transaction Monitoring investigations, including complex alert reviews, holistic account analysis, identification of AML/CTF typologies, preparation of investigation narratives, and escalation recommendations.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical and investigative skills, a solid understanding of AML regulations, and relevant experience in banking, financial institutions, fintech, BPO transaction-processing environments, or AML consulting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Legal Management, Criminology, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in AML Transaction Monitoring, preferably within banks, financial institutions, fintech companies, BPO transaction-processing environments, or AML consulting.

• Proven experience in Level 2 Transaction Monitoring investigations, including:

  • Complex alert reviews

  • Holistic account and transaction analysis

  • Identification of AML/CTF typologies

  • Preparation of investigation narratives

  • Escalation recommendations

• Experience with SAR/STR recommendations or drafting.

• Working knowledge and experience in Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), KYC/CDD, sanctions screening, and PEP screening.

• Ability to apply a risk-based approach when assessing financial crime risks and conducting investigations.

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to identify suspicious activity and make well-supported case decisions.

• Ability to meet quality, productivity, and turnaround-time targets.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in investigation documentation and report writing.

Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

Knowledge or experience in the following is an advantage:

• Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA)

• Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regulations

• Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) regulations and guidelines

• Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards and recommendations

• Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions

• Transaction monitoring systems and case management platforms

• AML/CTF investigation methodologies

• Customer risk assessment

• Risk-based approaches to financial crime compliance

Certifications

Professional certifications are an advantage, including:

• CAMS – Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

• ICA – International Compliance Association

• CFCS – Certified Financial Crime Specialist

• CFE – Certified Fraud Examiner

Salary Budget

PHP 60,000–70,000 per month

Work Setup

Onsite – Keyland Valero, Makati City

Work Schedule

Mid Shift