Remote AML Compliance Analyst II (OFAC)

Symetra; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Symetra is seeking a Compliance Analyst II to support the AML and OFAC compliance programs across the organization, including affiliated entities. The role emphasizes data analytics, investigations, and risk-based decision making in a highly regulated insurance environment.

You will collaborate with business, legal, risk management, and IT teams to embed controls, perform due diligence, and ensure regulatory adherence. Strong communication and integrity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of AML/OFAC/regulatory compliance experience.
• Experience in insurance or regulated financial services.
• Knowledge of life insurance products and related financial crime risk.
• Experience conducting AML investigations, sanctions reviews, KYC/EDD, risk assessments, controls testing, SARs.

Responsibilities

• Support AML and OFAC policy implementation, controls, and monitoring.
• Conduct AML/sanctions investigations and due diligence.
• Document investigations and escalate as needed.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and risks using tech tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to embed compliance in processes and systems.
• Provide guidance on AML/OFAC risk factors, red flags, and escalation procedures.
• Support risk assessments, QA reviews, and program effectiveness initiatives.
• Participate in regulatory change, data governance, and automation projects.
• Monitor emerging AML/OFAC regulatory developments and communicate impact.
• Escalate gaps or violations with clear analysis and recommendations.
• Maintain meticulous records of investigations and compliance activities.

Skills

AML monitoring

Investigations

Sanctions screening

Case management

Data analytics

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AML monitoring systems

Sanctions screening platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

Symetra is seeking a Compliance Analyst II to support the AML and OFAC compliance programs across the organization, including affiliated entities. The role emphasizes data analytics, investigations, and risk-based decision making in a highly regulated insurance environment.

You will collaborate with business, legal, risk management, and IT teams to embed controls, perform due diligence, and ensure regulatory adherence. Strong communication and integrity are essential.