AML Investigator

Standard Chartered Bank • Tampa, KS

291d • $53,954 - $80,931 • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you passionate about protecting financial institutions from financial crime? Do you have a sharp investigative mindset and a dedication to upholding regulatory standards? Join our Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Americas division as an AML Investigator, where your expertise will help safeguard the Bank's reputation while ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) regulations. As an AML Investigator, you will play a critical role in detecting, analyzing, and reporting suspicious activity to regulatory authorities. By conducting thorough investigations and collaborating with team members, you will help mitigate risks and strengthen the Bank's compliance framework. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment committed to upholding the highest standards of financial crime compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Economic Crime Investigation, or related field (advanced degrees such as JD or MBA are a plus).
• 3-5 years in a multinational financial institution, law firm, or global organization.
• 1-3 years in AML compliance, financial investigations, or regulatory roles.
• Prior experience in law enforcement or regulatory environments is a strong advantage.
• ACAMS certification preferred but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of AML, Sanctions, CDD, and Anti-Bribery regulations.
• Understanding of SAR processes and investigative techniques, including open-source research.
• Ability to interpret complex information and present defensible conclusions.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Clear, concise communication (written and verbal).
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze leads, including detection scenarios, subpoenas, negative media reports, and other sources, to identify and report suspicious activity.
• Draft and review Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and ensure timely filing with relevant authorities.
• Provide recommendations to address potentially suspicious findings and support the Bank's forward-looking compliance strategies.
• Coordinate with team members and stakeholders to close cases, escalate findings, and implement risk controls.
• Manage requests and responses pursuant to Section 314 of the USA PATRIOT Act.
• Ensure robust understanding and adherence to the regulatory framework and the Bank's risk and control environment.

Benefits

• Best in class 401k plan with up to 8% employer match.
• Robust medical plan coverage with employer funded Health Savings Accounts.
• Inclusive family building benefits.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements for many positions.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days).
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform.
• Continuous learning culture to support growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree