Senior AML CIP/KYC Associate

Jobtailor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Chicago is seeking a detail‑oriented Compliance Analyst to support AML programs for client files. You will review files for conformance with AML policies, assist with CIP, KYC, and EDD requirements, and escalate regulatory risks to Global AML management.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, clear written communication, and strong organizational skills to document testing, summarize findings, and help resolve compliance issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AML, CIP, EDD, KYC and sanctions laws and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities are needed.

Responsibilities

• Review client files for conformance with AML policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support on compliance with AML laws, rules and standards.
• Identify and escalate regulatory compliance risks to Global AML management.
• Document testing and communicate results clearly and concisely.
• Apply procedures to solve standard problems and support compliance guidelines.

Skills

AML compliance

KYC

CIP

Analytical skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reviews client files for conformance with applicable AML policies, procedures and regulatory requirements for new WM account openings
• Provides support and functional knowledge as it relates to compliance with applicable AML laws, rules and standards
• Identifies and escalates to Global AML management any regulatory compliance risks associated with the file reviews completed
• Carries out business-related activities required to support Global AML Compliance guidelines
• Provides support as requested by Global AML Management to resolve compliance issues
• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems
• Conducts and adequately documents testing to assess compliance with and adherence to regulations and policies/procedures
• Applies analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses or exceptions to policies/processes
• Summarizes and communicates testing results in clear, concise language

Requirements

• Financial Institution Regulatory and Compliance knowledge including AML, Customer Identification Program (CIP), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulatory requirements and Economic Sanctions laws and regulations
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical skills to identify exceptions to policies/procedures
• Strong written communication skills to document work completed and summarize findings
• Strong organizational skills