AML Analyst - Transaction Monitoring
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New York, NY, US
Company:
SoHo Dragon represents an investment bank with offices in New York, NY.
Summary:
The AML Analyst will conduct reviews on alerts from the transaction monitoring system and manage investigations. Candidates should have AML experience and strong analytical skills.
Requirements:
Technology: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Hard Skills: Strong attention to detail, Strong analytical skills, Strong organizational skills, Strong communication skills, Ability to multi-task, Strong research skills
Experience: Prior AML Surveillance and/or Investigation experience (preferred)
Job Description:
SoHo Dragon represents an investment bank with offices in New York, NY that is looking to hire an AML Analyst - Transaction Monitoring for a contract opportunity.
Hybrid (10 days per months at the office)
Contract duration: 3 months
Responsibilities:
- Conduct the first level of review on alerts generated via the automated transaction monitoring system and determine the specific information needed to manage the investigation.
- Manage a queue of alerts and cases and ensure timely follow up of requests and adherence to escalation procedures.
- Assist with analysis to optimize processes for improving correspondent banking monitoring.
- Assist other members of AML Compliance with ad hoc analysis and investigation requests.
- Know and understand the laws applicable to money laundering, including the BSA, the USA PATRIOT Act, US Treasury AML guidelines, SARs, and other requirements.
- Review and analyze AML current trends and news.
Description of the skills/knowledge/expertise required:
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and adhere to specific quality and productivity guidelines
- Strong research skills (including in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience with online research systems including web-based tools)
- Prior AML Surveillance and/or Investigation experience (preferred)
