Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Fraud Investigator

Capital One; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Fraud Investigator to support critical fraud processes. This role involves reviewing alerts for suspicious activities, conducting thorough investigations, and preparing detailed reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fraud investigation and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team environment while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. If you are passionate about making a difference in the financial services sector, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work from Home Flexibility

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in AML, Fraud, or Investigations.
• Strong written communication skills and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review alerts for illicit activity and document findings.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as needed.

Skills

Fraud Investigation

Research Skills

Written Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Fraud Investigator

The qualified candidate will support various Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Fraud processes for our various lines of business, which might include suspicious activity investigations, reporting, enhanced due diligence, or other AML Fraud processes. Our ideal candidate would possess fraud and investigation/research experience. In addition, strong written communication skills are highly desired. The candidate will work closely with management to ensure critical functions are fulfilled timely and accurately. This role does not include regular supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

1. Review system generated alerts to assess presence of illicit activity that may require reporting based on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/AML requirements, conduct research as required, and document detailed results in written format.
2. Review system generated alerts, ad hoc alerts and departmental referrals, and address other applicable Fraud processes in accordance with regulations and time limitations.
3. Document investigative results in written format; provide sufficient research to support investigative decisions.
4. Complete and validate quality draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with procedures through Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
5. Escalate issues as appropriate for advanced investigation and analysis.
6. Build and maintain awareness of the broader context and implications of the various types of risk affecting the business (e.g., financial, legal, reputation, etc.).
7. Engage with peers and team to support the Fraud collaborative environment.
8. Additional responsibilities as needed.

Autonomy and Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Level Of Supervision: Occasional supervision required.
2. Structure Level: Structures occasional tasks independently.
3. Typically reports to: Sr. Investigator.

Basic Qualifications:

1. High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certification.
2. At least 6 months of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud, Investigations or an Analyst role.
3. At least 1 year of Microsoft Office or Google Suite experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree.
2. 1+ year of experience in AML, Fraud, Investigations or an Analyst role.
3. 6+ months of Financial Services experience.
4. 1+ years of experience in Investigations or Research experience.
5. Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Certified Financial Crimes Investigator (CFCI), or other relevant certification(s) or industry-related association membership.

Work From Home Technology Requirements:

1. A secure home office environment that is free from background noise and distractions.
2. A reliable private internet connection that is not supplied by use cellular data (hot spot).
3. Cable or fiber connections are preferred.
4. Internet service download speeds must be at least 5 mbps, with 10+ mbps preferred.
5. Sustained ability to maintain latency less than 250 ms in voice calls is required.
6. Hard wired connectivity is preferred, any use of wireless connectivity must be Private (non-public) and password protected through WPA2-PSK (AES) encryption.
7. A private network is password protected where you have ownership or line of site to every device on the network.
8. Capital One reserves the right to request proof of internet provider, speed and service package from the associate.
9. Requirements are subject to change, as new systems and technology is delivered.

Work from Home Living Requirements:

1. Candidates must live within 50 miles driving distance of one of the hub locations based in Wilmington, DE / Richmond, VA / Chicago, IL/ Plano, TX and be comfortable coming in person whenever required with no less than 24 hours notice.

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $61,600 - $70,300 for AML Investigator II
Plano, TX: $61,600 - $70,300 for AML Investigator II
Richmond, VA: $61,600 - $70,300 for AML Investigator II
Wilmington, DE: $61,600 - $70,300 for AML Investigator II

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.