Remote Financial Crimes Investigator - AML & Fraud

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance (health, dental, and

vision insurance

Retirement plan

Fully remote

Professional development

Global network

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Financial Crimes Investigator for a fully remote role. You will analyze transactions, investigate suspicious activities, and prepare reports for stakeholders and regulators, leveraging AML/KYC expertise.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and minimum 4 years in financial crime investigations, with knowledge of AML/CFT regulations. Strong remote-work discipline and ethical standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Criminology, Law, Finance, Accounting, Business).
• At least 4 years in financial crime investigations or AML/KYC.
• Knowledge of AML/CFT regulations and investigative techniques.
• Experience with SARs, transaction monitoring, and case management tools.

Responsibilities

• Investigate SARs and alerts from monitoring systems.
• Analyze complex financial transactions to detect financial crime.
• Gather and review evidence from internal and external sources.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports with findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with compliance teams, law enforcement, and regulators.
• Stay updated on AML/CFT laws and best practices.
• Develop and enhance investigative tools and processes.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and remote caseload management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Report writing

Independent work

Communication skills

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Case management tools

AML monitoring systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Financial Crimes Investigator for a fully remote role. You will analyze transactions, investigate suspicious activities, and prepare reports for stakeholders and regulators, leveraging AML/KYC expertise.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and minimum 4 years in financial crime investigations, with knowledge of AML/CFT regulations. Strong remote-work discipline and ethical standards are essential.