AML Compliance - Senior Analyst

Santander

6d•$56,250 - $100,000

About The Position

The AML Compliance Senior Analyst identifies potentially atypical transactions and customer behavior by analyzing transactions, conducting ongoing monitoring, and performing third-party negative media searches as needed while investigating alerts generated by the Bank's transaction monitoring system. The role also assists the Transaction Monitoring Unit Manager with special projects related to transaction monitoring. The position reports to the AML Compliance Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education.
At least 3 years of experience in compliance, legal, regulatory, or financial services.
Practical and theoretical knowledge of risk and compliance principles, concepts, and policies.
Advanced quantitative capabilities and analytical skills, including an investigative mindset.
Ability to analyze risk data and recommend or identify resolutions to mitigate risk scenarios.
Ability to summarize, document, and communicate information clearly and concisely, including articulating issues and findings and communicating instructions.
Ability to stay current on industry best practices, procedures, and techniques.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, build internal relationships, and manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline-intensive environment.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and Outlook.
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including critical thinking.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
AML certifications.
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education.

Responsibilities

Analyze transactions and customer behavior to identify potentially atypical activity.
Conduct ongoing monitoring and third-party negative media searches as needed when investigating transaction-monitoring alerts.
Assist the Transaction Monitoring Unit Manager with special projects related to transaction monitoring.
Apply recommended methodologies and basic anti-money laundering tools and techniques to money laundering investigations.
Assist in implementing the Bank Secrecy Act and support anti-money laundering team activities.
Perform due diligence to verify customer identities when suspicious activities are detected.
Document and communicate findings clearly and concisely.
Maintain confidentiality, manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing assignments and business needs.