Anti- Laundering Analyst

Leeds Professional Resources provided pay range

This range is provided by Leeds Professional Resources. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$70,000.00/yr - $/yr

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from Leeds Professional Resources

We are seeking an AML Analyst to join our client's team. This role investigates suspicious financial activity (alerts) using monitoring systems, conducts deep‑diving research on clients (CDD/EDD), files Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), ensures OFAC/sanctions compliance, and collaborates with Legal/Ops, focusing on FINRA/SEC rules to prevent money laundering, terrorism financing, and fraud within the securities environment, requiring strong analytical, communication, and risk‑management skills.

• Alert Investigation
  :
  Analyze alerts from transaction monitoring systems (like Actimize) for potential illicit financial activity.
• SAR Filing
  :
  Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports with FinCEN for high‑risk cases within regulatory deadlines.
• Customer Due Diligence (CDD/EDD):
  Perform enhanced due diligence on high‑risk clients, including Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and complex structures, checking for negative news.
• Regulatory Compliance
  :
  Ensure adherence to BSA/AML, OFAC, Patriot Act, FINRA, and SEC regulations.
• Sanctions Screening
  :
  Review and resolve OFAC/sanctions‑related transaction alerts.
• Reporting & Escalation
  :
  Document investigations, elevate findings to management, and potentially respond to law enforcement requests.
• Policy & Training
  :
  Assist in updating AML policies, procedures, and delivering internal training.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  :
  Work with Legal, Operations, Tech, and business units on compliance matters.

• Knowledge
  :
  Strong understanding of AML/BSA regulations, money laundering typologies, and the securities industry.
• Analytical
  :
  Ability to analyze complex data, identify patterns, and make informed conclusions.
• Technical
  :
  Proficiency with AML software, internal systems, and research tools.
• Communication
  :
  Excellent written and verbal skills for reports and inter‑departmental communication.
• Organizational
  :
  Strong time management, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
• Education/Experience
  :
  Bachelor’s degree often required, with experience in compliance, audit, or financial crime.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Analyst

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Leeds Professional Resources by 2x

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k)