Conduct comprehensive research and background reviews of transactions, individuals, entities, organizations, or locations to identify and mitigate risks through documenting findings and escalation.
Perform CDD/EDD reviews in line with client policy to fulfill Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements (KYC experience is **mandatory**).
Research business escalations to review potential negative news or financial-crimes-related matches and provide recommendations based on findings.
Review basic issues, policies, or procedures for lower-risk tasks and deliverables.
Support regular reporting routines and ad-hoc requests through report review, analysis, research, and documentation.
Gather and input data utilizing resources to identify documentation required to meet policy or regulatory requirements.
Evaluate outputs from the Due Diligence Group including Corporate PEP reviews, Sanctions Screening & Reporting, and EDD Center.
Receive direction from the supervisor and exercise judgment while developing understanding of function, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
Required Qualifications
2 to 5 years of experience in AML Investigations, **KYC (mandatory)**, CDD/EDD Reviews, PEP Investigations, Fraud Investigations, customer/transactional activity research, and domain knowledge within banking and BSA/AML/OFAC compliance.
Strong KYC experience including document validation, risk assessment, and customer profile reviews (must-have).
Logical thinking, strong numeric abilities, and domain understanding.
Ability to foresee risks, be proactive and predictive while developing mitigation plans.
Experience delivering results in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and handle highly sensitive casework.
Ability to articulate complex problems, design and implement solutions, and communicate benefits in clear business terms.
Desired Qualifications
Working knowledge of U.S. regulations (BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, Economic Sanctions laws).
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related fields.
