Compliance Lead, AML Investigations
N3XT
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Cheyenne, WY
Contract type: Full time
Remote
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Compliance Lead, AML Investigations
Location: Southeastern Wyoming or Northern Colorado
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Compliance
About The Role
n3xt is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of compliance, security, and innovation. As the Compliance Lead, AML Investigations, you will work in a fast paced environment and play an essential role in monitoring, investigating, and reporting suspicious activity indicative of money laundering or other financial crimes. We are looking for someone who is passionate about financial crimes and solving the puzzles of investigations, is naturally curious, and is comfortable operating in ambiguity. You will be responsible for dispositioning transaction monitoring alerts, conducting AML investigations, and drafting and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
Key Responsibilities
If you're passionate about conducting investigation and ready to make an impact, apply today!
Compliance Lead, AML Investigations
Location: Southeastern Wyoming or Northern Colorado
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Compliance
About The Role
n3xt is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of compliance, security, and innovation. As the Compliance Lead, AML Investigations, you will work in a fast paced environment and play an essential role in monitoring, investigating, and reporting suspicious activity indicative of money laundering or other financial crimes. We are looking for someone who is passionate about financial crimes and solving the puzzles of investigations, is naturally curious, and is comfortable operating in ambiguity. You will be responsible for dispositioning transaction monitoring alerts, conducting AML investigations, and drafting and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and review transactions for potential money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and other financial crimes.
- Conduct detailed investigations into suspicious transactions and customer behaviors using compliance tools.
- Prepare and file SARs with regulatory authorities.
- Analyze customer profiles and transaction patterns to detect high-risk entities and activities.
- Stay updated on AML regulations, financial crime trends, and risk typologies (FATF, FinCEN, OFAC, etc.).
- Assist in enhancing transaction monitoring systems, including rules, thresholds, and alerts.
- Maintain detailed investigation reports and case documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
- Participate in quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance in investigations.
- Proven experience (6+ years) in AML investigations, transaction monitoring, financial crime compliance, or fraud analysis.
- Strong knowledge of AML/CFT laws, sanctions regulations, and financial crime detection methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with transaction monitoring tools (e.g., Sardine, Unit21, Alloy).
- Strong analytical and investigative skills to assess risks and detect suspicious activity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting SARs and coordinating with regulators.
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations and make sound compliance decisions.
- AML-related certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE, ACAMS).
- Experience in fintech, banking, or payments industries.
- Familiarity with AI-driven fraud detection tools.
- Be part of a high-impact team fighting financial crime.
- Work with cutting-edge compliance technology and regulatory frameworks.
- Work with a diverse, global team in a hybrid-friendly environment.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development support.
If you're passionate about conducting investigation and ready to make an impact, apply today!
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