AML Analyst

Ideal Candidates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an AML Analyst with casino experience to conduct due diligence investigations and analyze transactional data for compliance with AML legislation. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in a gambling environment and strong analytical skills. This role is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in a gambling environment with a solid understanding of gambling and associated transactional activity.
• Strong abilities in data analysis, investigative techniques, report writing, and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing/enhanced due diligence investigations in relation to customers.
• Analyze transactional data to identify potential suspicious activities and patterns.
• Ensure compliance with relevant AML legislation.

Skills

Data analysis

Investigative techniques

Report writing

Record keeping

Education

Matric (NQF 4)

Tools

AML software

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

AML Analyst with casino experience required

Conduct ongoing / enhanced due diligence investigations in relation to customers

Analyze transactional data to identify potential suspicious activities and patterns

Conduct research and gather information to support investigations into flagged transactions while ensuring compliance with legislated timelines

Ensure compliance within their area of responsibility, with the relevant entities Risk Management and Compliance Programme and relevant AML legislation

Immediately escalate any AML risks / potential non-compliance identified

Support the preparation of and / or submit Suspicious Reports (STRs or SARs) and other compliance documentation as needed

Maintain accurate records and documentation of investigations and findings

Any other related role or responsibility as required in line with changing business needs

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing / enhanced due diligence investigations in relation to customers
• Analyse transactional data to identify potential suspicious activities and patterns
• Conduct research and gather information to support investigations into flagged transactions while ensuring compliance with legislated timelines
• Ensure compliance within their area of responsibility, with the relevant entities Risk Management and Compliance Programme and relevant AML legislation
• Immediately escalate any AML risks / potential non-compliance identified
• Support the preparation of and / or submit Suspicious Reports (STRs or SARs) and other compliance documentation as needed
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of investigations and findings
• Any other related role or responsibility as required in line with changing business needs

Qualifications

Essential pre-requisites :

• Matric (NQF 4); computer literacy (MS Office Excel, Word and Outlook);
• At least 5 years experience in a gambling environment with a solid understanding of gambling and associated transactional activity
• Strong abilities in data analysis, investigative techniques, report writing and record keeping
• Experience with AML software and systems.