AML Investigation Analyst / SAR Writer

Motion Recruitment; New Castle (DE); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking an AML Investigation Analyst in New Castle, DE for a contract role with a strong potential for extension. The role requires end-to-end investigation and SAR writing experience, with a hybrid schedule of 3 days onsite per week.

Join a global bank environment and work on regulated investigations, using tools like Mantas and a Case Management System. The position calls for 1–5 years in AML or financial investigations and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 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 SARs (Suspicious Activity Reports) preferred
• CAMS certification is a plus
• Knowledge of BSA, Patriot Act, OFAC, FINRA, FinCEN SAR requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of investigations from start to finish following AML procedures.
• Document and report case review findings and prepare case files.
• Conduct research over Bank systems, internet, and databases.
• Collect and examine financial statements and data to identify unusual patterns.
• Follow up with POCs to gather additional information.
• Document all research in Case Management System.
• Create SARs and track account closures as required.
• Liaise with CRIU units, ACRM, Business, CSIS, FIU Legal, Trade Surveillance, and Law Enforcement as needed.

Skills

AML Investigation

SAR Writing

Analytical writing

Research skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Mantas

Case Management System

Job description

Grow your career with an innovative global bank in New Castle, DE as 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.

Posted By: Melissa Klein