Senior Consultant - AML Financial Crimes

Capco • New York, NY

319d • $106,000 - $140,000

About The Position

As a Senior Consultant - AML Financial Crimes, you will work alongside industry experts within FRC and our Capital Markets group in a fast-paced team setting. This role is based in New York and requires the ability to work from client and/or Capco offices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Law, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), or financial crimes investigations.
• Extensive knowledge of AML laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in using AML monitoring systems and related software.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of global sanctions regulations and their application.
• Experience in conducting enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers.
• Ability to stay current with AML trends, typologies, and regulatory changes.
• Experience in collaborating with compliance, legal teams, and external bodies.
• Strong understanding of financial products and services.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Experience with audits and regulatory examinations.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customers' account transactions to identify suspicious activity.
• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Onboarding, and Transaction Monitoring (Case and Alert investigations); KYC.
• Conduct investigations of potential money laundering activities and document findings.
• Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) per regulatory requirements.
• Utilize AML monitoring systems to detect unusual transactional patterns.
• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Monitor customer profiles for changes indicating increased risk.
• Stay updated on AML trends, typologies, and regulatory changes.
• Assist in developing and implementing AML policies and procedures.
• Provide AML training and guidance to staff.
• Evaluate the adequacy of AML controls in business units and recommend improvements.
• Maintain detailed records of compliance activities and investigations.
• Perform risk assessments on new and existing customers.
• Respond to information requests from law enforcement and regulatory bodies.
• Analyze regulatory requirements to ensure compliance.
• Assist with internal and external AML audits.
• Coordinate with financial institutions during cross-institutional investigations.
• Ensure compliance with global sanctions regulations.
• Support the implementation of new AML software and tools.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers.
• Prepare and present reports on key AML metrics to upper management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Work culture focused on innovation and creation of lasting value for clients and employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree