Tasks

The AML Alert Specialist shall perform the following tasks:

• Perform timely and accurate reviews on high risk consumers and potential sanction matches
• Perform timely and accurate reviews of AML/CTF transaction monitoring alerts;
• Escalate any and all observations of deviations or unusual consumer behaviors indicative of money laundering/terrorism financing downstream for further investigation in a prompt and appropriate manner

Role and Responsibilities

The AML Alert Specialist has the following responsibilities:

• Adhere to set performance expectations (SLAs, quality standards etc.)
• Actively obtain up-to-date knowledge of client's AML policies, instructions and routines
• Identify and highlight procedural and/or knowledge gaps and improvement opportunities within the scope of responsibilities
• Engage with relevant stakeholders on matters concerning operational work/issues/opportunities for improvement in a structured, cohesive, and constructive manner.

Preferred background

For this role, the following experience is preferred:

• 6 months (minimum) of experience in KYC, EDD, AML, Transaction Monitoring or Compliance roles within the financial services industry or risk consulting services.
• Relevant experience from working within FinTech, Banking, or Financial institutions; Relevant experience with operational work

Qualifications and skills

To be successful in this role, the following is required:

• Must possess a valid work permit or hold European Union/Schengen citizenship
• Basic knowledge of relevant AML and CTF typologies and regulatory obligations (desirable)
• General knowledge of the Financial Service Industry (e-commerce, BNPL, Retail Banking products and services etc.)
• Time management skills
• Good communication skills both in written and verbal communication;
• English proficiency
• Computer and OSINT literacy