AML Associate

NinjaTrader • Chicago, IL

4d • $55,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The 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 investigation. The associate will also support the broader compliance team in managing and enhancing regulatory programs and maintaining a proactive compliance culture.

The position conducts customer and transaction reviews, investigates sanctions and other watchlist matches, manages regulatory reporting, and develops and maintains AML policies, procedures, surveillance programs, and internal controls. The role collaborates with stakeholders, provides compliance guidance, and helps identify and mitigate financial crime and regulatory risks.

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and follows a hybrid schedule: in-office Tuesday through Thursday and remote 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. The company is not open to remote candidates for this role.

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 organizational 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 another 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, adverse media, and internal watchlists, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Conduct transaction monitoring reviews and investigations and take appropriate action based on findings.
• Perform Customer Due Diligence 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 money laundering and financial crime risks.
• Provide compliance guidance, respond to customer and management inquiries, 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 match of up to 3.5% of employee contributions.
• 18 days of annual paid time off accrued per year.
• Seven paid holidays annually, plus 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.
• Hybrid work schedule, with 20 additional flex remote days annually and five company-wide office-optional weeks tied to major holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level