AML Investigator Analyst

Description We are looking for an experienced AML Investigator Analyst to join a banking organization in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In this role, you will review potentially suspicious activity, evaluate customer and transaction data, and build thorough investigative findings that support regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong financial crime expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex casework in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

- Lead detailed reviews of alerts and investigations involving potential money laundering, fraud, and other illicit financial activity.

- Examine transaction history, customer profiles, and account connections to detect unusual behavior and assess potential risk exposure.

- Draft comprehensive investigative summaries and prepare Suspicious Activity Reports supported by clear evidence and analysis.

- Elevate high-risk matters to appropriate teams in line with established compliance procedures and regulatory expectations.

- Record case activity accurately within case management tools to maintain complete and audit-ready documentation.

- Partner with compliance, risk, and other internal stakeholders to resolve investigations and contribute to related initiatives.

- Provide documentation and case support during regulatory reviews, audit activity, and independent testing exercises.

- Identify recurring patterns, emerging risks, and opportunities to strengthen monitoring and investigative processes. Requirements - At least 5 years of experience in AML investigations, financial crime compliance, or a closely related field.

- Demonstrated background handling investigations from initial review through final resolution with limited oversight.

- Proven experience writing Suspicious Activity Reports and developing well-structured investigative narratives.

- Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, and broader financial crime regulatory requirements within a banking environment.

- Hands-on familiarity with transaction monitoring platforms, case management systems, and Fiserv or similar tools.

- Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex transactional data.

- Proficiency in Excel and strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Certification related to AML or financial crime compliance is preferred but not required.

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