Senior AML Investigator (Maternity Cover)

SumUp; United States; In loco; USD 28.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

L&D budget

25 days leave

Health insurance

Life & accident coverage

Gym membership

Corporate discounts

Sabbatical after 3 years

Referral bonus

Descrizione del lavoro

SumUp is seeking an AML Operations Investigator to join our Vilnius office. You will review PEP, sanctions and UBO cases, escalate complex matters, and support KYC monitoring with cross-functional teams.

You’ll work with Excel and Tableau, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to process improvements. This office-based role offers a competitive salary of €2,250–€2,580 gross per month and a global, inclusive culture.

Competenze

• Experience handling PEP and sanctions escalations and transaction screening.
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations and risk frameworks.
• Ability to analyse large volumes of data and investigate complex cases with accuracy.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Mansioni

• Review and investigate PEP and sanctions alerts, preparing reports for senior management approval.
• Act as second-level escalation point for complex PEP and sanctions cases.
• Review UBO queries and conduct profile reviews, advising on KYC matters.
• Assess transaction monitoring alerts for payments.
• Research and document findings to confirm or dismiss suspicions with stakeholders.
• Identify and implement improvements to KYC processes.

Conoscenze

PEP escalations

Sanctions escalations

Transaction screening

Report compilation

AML regulations

Data analysis

English proficiency

Strumenti

Excel

Tableau

Descrizione del lavoro

About the team:

Our AML Operations team acts as SumUp's first line of defence against financial crime, reviewing complex PEP, sanctions and UBO cases to keep bad actors from misusing our platform. Based in our Vilnius office, you'll take ownership of investigations that directly protect the millions of small businesses who trust SumUp with their payments. This role sits in AML Ops, giving an experienced investigator real scope to handle complex cases, mentor newer analysts, and help shape how we screen and monitor risk.

What you'll do:

• Review and investigate PEP and sanctions alerts, preparing detailed reports for senior management approval
• Act as the second-level escalation point for complex PEP and sanctions cases
• Review UBO related queries and conduct profile reviews, advising other teams on KYC matters
• Assess transaction monitoring alerts for incoming and outgoing payments
• Research and document findings to confirm or dismiss suspicions, aligning with stakeholders before sign off
• Identify and help implement improvements to KYC operational processes

You’ll be great for this role if…

• Experience handling PEP and sanctions escalations, transaction screening and report compilation
• Strong knowledge of financial products, services and applicable AML regulations
• Ability to analyse large volumes of data and investigate complex cases with accuracy
• Comfort working with tools such as Microsoft Excel and Tableau to support investigations
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with a detail oriented and quality focused approach

Why you should join SumUp:

Opportunity to work in a truly global, multicultural team from our cozy Vilnius office in the Quadrum centre, steps from the Old Town and river. This involves an office-first setup
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone’s perspectives are respected and embraced
A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education
Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus public and special holidays
Peace of mind: health insurance through Gjensidige and life & accidental coverage from Ergo
Stay active: gym membership allowance to help you keep fit on your terms
Everyday savings: access discounts on hundreds of brands via our Corporate Benefits platform
Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

Compensation: a salary range of €2,250 - €2,580 gross/month, based on your relevant competencies

Note: This position is an office-based one in Vilnius, Lithuania

About SumUp

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 39 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 4,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.