AML Associate

NinjaTrader•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Associate will oversee the effective implementation and enforcement of NinjaTrader’s Anti-Money Laundering Program. The role monitors regulatory compliance, investigates suspicious activity, and supports sanctions screening and fraud detection and investigations. The associate also supports the broader compliance team in managing and improving regulatory programs. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and follows a hybrid schedule: in-office Tuesday through Thursday and remote on Mondays and Fridays. Chicago-based employees also receive 20 additional flex remote days annually and five company-wide office-optional weeks tied to major holidays.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in an AML-related role.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of U.S. BSA/AML laws and regulations.
Experience with modern and advanced case workflow systems.
BA or BS degree.
Excellent writing, speaking, and organization skills.
Dependable team player with a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Experience with U.S. futures industry rules and regulations.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), ACAMS, or other relevant industry certification.
Previous sanctions screening or operations experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct AML assessments, including transaction reviews, enhanced due diligence, and customer activity analysis, to identify and escalate unusual or suspicious patterns.
Investigate potential matches against sanctions lists, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), adverse media, and internal watchlists, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
Conduct transaction monitoring reviews and investigations, taking appropriate action based on findings.
Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for new clients and periodic compliance reviews.
Enhance and maintain surveillance programs, internal controls, and watchlists to detect regulatory violations and meet evolving compliance standards.
Manage compliance reporting deadlines and submit required documentation to regulatory bodies such as the OCC, FinCEN, and OFAC.
Develop, update, and enforce AML policies, procedures, and internal controls in alignment with regulatory changes and best practices.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and resolve compliance issues, mitigate risks, and align operations with legal obligations.
Oversee internal control systems to ensure they effectively identify and manage risks related to money laundering and financial crimes.
Provide guidance on compliance matters, respond to inquiries from customers and management, and support firmwide objectives.

Benefits

Annual target bonus of 6%, based on individual performance (50%) and company/team performance (50%).
401(k) plan with company matching up to 3.5% of employee contributions.
Annual paid time off allowance accruing at 18 days per year.
Seven paid holidays annually.
Five conditional holidays annually.
One service day annually.
Paid parental bonding leave.
Health, vision, and dental coverage.
Life and disability insurance covered 100% by NinjaTrader.
20 additional flex remote days annually for Chicago-based employees.
Five company-wide office-optional weeks tied to major holidays.