About the Role
The Junior AML Analyst will assist in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks by analyzing transactional data, escalating suspicious activities, and maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor financial transactions for unusual or suspicious patterns
- Investigate alerts generated by AML detection systems
- Conduct customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence checks
- Prepare and file suspicious activity reports as required
- Support the resolution of customer verification issues
- Maintain accurate records of investigations and findings
- Collaborate with internal teams to address compliance concerns
- Respond to requests from regulatory bodies in a timely manner
- Assist in updating AML policies and procedures
- Participate in onboarding training for new compliance staff
- Perform periodic reviews of high-risk customer accounts
- Identify gaps in current AML controls and suggest improvements
- Stay current with evolving financial crime typologies
- Support audit preparation activities related to AML functions
- Contribute to the testing of AML system rules and scenarios
- Escalate complex cases to senior compliance officers
- Ensure data privacy standards are followed during investigations
- Assist in the implementation of regulatory updates
- Track case resolution timelines to meet service level expectations
- Use analytical tools to detect emerging risk trends
- Document decision-making processes for audit readiness
- Communicate findings clearly to relevant stakeholders
- Adhere to internal escalation protocols for urgent matters
- Support cross-border compliance coordination when needed
- Maintain awareness of regional financial regulations
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with partial remote flexibility
Team
Part of the Compliance team within the Risk Management division
Why This Role Matters
Financial integrity depends on vigilant monitoring and timely intervention. This role directly contributes to safeguarding operations against illicit financial flows by ensuring early detection and proper documentation of suspicious behavior. Every alert reviewed strengthens the organization’s compliance posture and protects its reputation.
Growth Opportunities
Analysts who demonstrate strong performance may advance to senior compliance roles, specialize in financial crime investigation, or transition into policy development. Internal training and mentorship programs support career progression within the risk and compliance function.
Available for qualified candidates
