We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented AML Analyst to join our compliance team. This is an entry-level position, ideal for recent graduates or individuals with up to 2 years of experience in financial services, banking, or payments. The role will primarily support sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
Key Responsibilities :
- Perform real-time and retrospective sanctions screening using tools like ComplyAdvantage.
- Monitor transactions for unusual patterns or anomalies based on set rules and thresholds.
- Conduct initial reviews of alerts and escalate cases where further investigation is required.
- Assist in gathering and analyzing information for internal SARs and support in drafting them for MLRO review.
- Support due diligence and KYC / EDD processes during onboarding and periodic reviews of clients and payout partners.
- Maintain detailed documentation of investigations, findings, and decisions.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure AML controls are effectively embedded across operations.
- Keep abreast of changes in regulatory requirements and support training initiatives.
Required Qualifications and Skills :
Bachelors degree in Finance, Business, Law, Economics, or related field.02 years of experience in AML, compliance, banking, or financial services.Strong analytical and research skills.Attention to detail and a high standard of written communication.Familiarity with AML regulations and frameworks (MLR 2017, POCA, FATF recommendations) is a plus.Proficient in MS Office Suite; experience with AML software tools is advantageous.