AML Investigation Analyst-Analyst

Motion Recruitment; New Castle (DE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Global Bank in New Castle, DE is seeking an AML Investigation Analyst with end-to-end investigation and SAR writing experience for a 2+ month contract with a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite per week). You will manage a caseload of investigations, document findings, and prepare SARs in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years' AML experience, a Bachelor's degree, familiarity with BSA/Patriot Act, and strong research and writing skills. CAMS certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 1–5 years' experience reviewing customer transactions for potentially suspicious activity.
• Experience writing SARs per regulatory requirements preferred.
• CAMS certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of BSA, Patriot Act, FinCEN and related SAR requirements.
• Understanding of money laundering, terrorist financing and related crimes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong writing, research and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of investigations from start to finish according to AML procedures.
• Document and report findings; prepare case files and SARs.
• Conduct research using bank systems, the Internet and databases.
• Examine financial statements and transaction data for unusual patterns.
• Coordinate with POCs to gather additional information.
• Document all analysis in the Case Management System.
• Create SARs and track account closures as required.
• Liaise with related units and law enforcement where applicable.

Skills

AML Investigation

SAR Writing

Regulatory Knowledge

Microsoft Office

Analytical Skills

Research Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Mantas

Case Management System

Job description

Grow your career with an innovative global bank in New Castle, DEas an AML Investigation Analyst with strong end-to-end investigation and SAR writing experience. Contract role with strong possibility of extension. Will require working a hybrid schedule 3 days onsite per week.

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 2+Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent experience.
• 1-5 years' experience in reviewing customer transactions and information for potentially suspicious activity and performing AML or financial investigations
• Experience in writing and preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements preferred.
• CAMS Certification is a plus
• Treasury AML guidelines, OFAC, SEC, FINRA, FRB, FinCEN requirements, and SAR requirements
• Knowledge of the laws applicable to money laundering, terrorist financing, and other applicable financial/securities related crimes (e.g., insider trading, market manipulation), including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), The USA PATRIOT Act, US
• General understanding of Senior Public Figures, Money Service Businesses, Wealth Management and Retail Banking preferred as well as compliance with those business segments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Access, MS-PowerPoint and MS-Outlook)
• Must have SAR WRITING (Investigations experience)
• Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Excellent research skills including experience with online search tools.
• Strong writing, analytical and communications skills.
• Must be able to multitask and complete projects on time.
• Strong Attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Should be a self-starter, and organized, and must have the ability to work independently, without supervision.

What You Will Be Doing

• Responsible for managing a caseload of investigations, perform analysis and follow-up and work cases from beginning to completion according to company's AML procedures and policies. Cases are generated from sources which include Automated Alerts (EAP, Mantas), and Manual referrals.
• Document and report case review/investigation findings and prepare case files for review (e.g. media search results, copies of statements/checks, results from internal system searches etc.)
• Conduct research over available Bank systems, the Internet and Databases consistent with the resolution of investigations.
• Collect and examine financial statements/transaction data and other documents to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns
• Follow-up with additional Point(s) of Contact (POC) as needed to identify additional information in support of the case.
• Document all research and analysis conducted in the Case Management System
• Create Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs); and recommend relationship retention or termination; and track account closures as required.
• Liaise with other CRIU units, ACRM, the Business, CSIS, FIU Legal, Trade Surveillance, and Law Enforcement, where applicable.