AML Sr. Investigator I - Special Investigations Unit

Capital One; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Performance-based incentives

Flexible work-from-home options

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an AML Sr. Investigator I to support critical anti-money laundering processes. Responsibilities include reviewing alerts, conducting investigations, and preparing reports on suspicious activities. Candidates should have a strong understanding of AML regulations and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers flexibility with work-from-home options and requires candidates to be located near Capital One hubs, including Chicago, IL.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of AML or investigative experience required.
• ACAMS certification is preferred.
• Experience in compliance is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Build awareness of risks affecting the business.
• Review alerts and conduct research.
• Write suspicious activity reports and recommendations.
• Self-manage a queue of alerts and cases.
• Review referrals from various sources (lines of business, Legal, Senior Management).
• Self-manage a queue of alerts, cases, and closing investigations.
• Support the operation of a SIU Specialty Desk and contribute to desk guides and referrals decisioning.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Investigative skills

Compliance knowledge

ACAMS certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

AML Sr. Investigator I - Special Investigations Unit at Capital One. The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Sr. Investigator I supports various AML processes, including suspicious activity investigations and other AML workflows. The role works closely with AML Supervisors and Managers to perform critical functions. The Special Investigations Unit conducts suspicious activity reporting and closing investigations for high-risk typologies, among other items.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain awareness of the broader context and implications of the various types of risk affecting the business (e.g., financial, legal, reputation).
• Review system-generated alerts, assess impact to AML processes, conduct research as required, and document results in written format.
• Write suspicious activity reports, conduct enterprise-wide reviews of the relationship, make closing recommendations, and perform other AML processes in accordance with regulations and time limitations.
• Handle issues appropriate for advanced investigation and analysis.
• Review referrals from various sources (e.g., lines of business, Legal, Senior Management).
• Self-manage a queue of alerts, cases, and closing investigations.
• Support the operation of a SIU Specialty Desk and contribute to desk guides and referrals decisioning.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
• At least 2 years of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) experience, or at least 2 years of investigative experience, or at least 2 years of compliance experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years AML experience, or 3+ years of investigative or compliance experience
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) Certification

Work Location and Travel

Role may be performed virtually from home. Candidates must be within 50 miles driving distance of Capital One hubs in Wilmington, DE; Richmond, VA; New Orleans, LA; Plano, TX; Melville, NY; Chicago, IL; McLean, VA, and be comfortable coming in person with short notice as required.

Work From Home Technology and Environment

• Secure home office environment free from background noise and distractions
• Reliable private internet connection (not cellular hot spot); cable or fiber preferred
• Internet speeds: 5 Mbps minimum download (10+ Mbps preferred)
• Low latency for voice calls (less than 250 ms)
• Hard-wired connectivity preferred; any wireless use must be private and password protected (WPA2-PSK, AES)
• Private network with ownership or line of sight to devices
• Capital One may request proof of internet provider, speed and service package
• Internet requirements are subject to change with 60 days notice

Additional Details

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. The salary ranges are location-specific and listed for selected locations, with prorating for part-time roles. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentives. Capital One offers comprehensive benefits; eligibility varies by status. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) and maintains a drug-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available on request.

Note

Capital One’s global entities and location-specific postings apply. If you require accommodation during the application process, contact Recruiting Accommodation.