Senior AML Investigations Analyst

Standard Chartered Plc; Florida; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Wellbeing support

Learning and development

Job summary

Standard Chartered Plc is seeking an AML Investigator for its FCC Americas division in the United States. The role focuses on reviewing leads, conducting investigations, and reporting suspicious activity to regulators in compliance with AML/CTF standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3–5 years in a large financial institution, and familiarity with SAR processes. ACAMS is preferred but not required; strong analytical and collaborative skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or related field; advanced degrees desirable.
• ACAMS certification strongly preferred but not required.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a large multinational financial institution or similar.
• 1–3 years AML compliance or related banking experience; understanding of SAR process.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze leads for potential suspicious activity and research/report findings.
• Manage investigations from detection to disposition and draft SARs.
• Coordinate responses under Section 314 of the USA PATRIOT Act.
• Support FCC investigations and ensure timely regulatory reporting.

Skills

Investigative mindset

Open-source research

Clear communication

Collaborative work

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Economic Crime Investigation, or related field

Advanced degrees (JD, MBA)

Job description

Standard Chartered Plc is seeking an AML Investigator for its FCC Americas division in the United States. The role focuses on reviewing leads, conducting investigations, and reporting suspicious activity to regulators in compliance with AML/CTF standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3–5 years in a large financial institution, and familiarity with SAR processes. ACAMS is preferred but not required; strong analytical and collaborative skills are essential.