Sr. Analyst Financial Intelligence Unit Europe

Sr. Analyst Financial Intelligence Unit Europe Responsibilities

• Conduct AML transaction monitoring, ad-hoc investigations, and research via deep data analytics across large datasets covering multiple regions and countries.
• Extract, query, and prepare data from internal databases (e.g., Oracle, data warehouse tables, system applications) to support investigations.
• Utilize SQL and advanced Excel (Power Pivot, pivot tables, formulas) to analyze datasets that may include tens of millions of records.
• Apply data mining techniques to identify behavioral patterns, anomalies, relationships, and meaningful insights within complex data sets.
• Summarize analytical findings, trends, and red flags in clear written investigative narratives and reports.
• Continuously develop technical and analytical expertise through training, self‑study, and exposure to evolving AML typologies and data methodologies.

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed.
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach.
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent data analytics, banking/financial operations, payments industry, risk management or compliance related experience.
• Familiarity with AML, BSA, USA PATRIOT Act and OFAC controls and requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Power Pivot, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
• Strong understanding of data extraction, cleaning, manipulation, and summarization methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL (or similar languages), including modifying existing queries/scripts to extract data for specific investigations.
• Proven ability to analyze large, complex datasets, identify trends, and translate data into defensible conclusions.
• Experience working with compliance, risk, or investigative data is a plus.

• Ability to proactively manage time and prioritize assignments to meet target dates and deadlines, while delivering thorough, accurate and quality work product.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply payments industry terminology and AML‑specific data context.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high‑quality analytical reports under deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, thrive in fast‑paced and dynamic environments, and consistently meet established deadlines.
• Ability to clearly explain and defend analytical conclusions verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment while adapting rapidly changing priorities.
• Availability to work in a hybrid model, with a requirement to be in the office 3 times per week.