Conduct thorough investigations of transaction monitoring alerts related to correspondent banking, wire transfers, and high-risk customer activity
Review and analyze complex correspondent banking transactions for potential money laundering, sanctions violations, and other financial crime typologies
Perform enhanced due diligence on customers, counterparties, and nested banking relationships
Identify suspicious patterns, emerging risks, and red flags requiring escalation
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare detailed investigative reports and case documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
Make informed decisions on alert dispositions, including SAR/STR filing recommendations
Maintain accurate case management records and ensure timely completion of investigations within established SLAs
Support regulatory examinations and audits by providing case files and investigative summaries
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Partner with Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Business teams to resolve complex cases and mitigate financial crime risk
Contribute to the refinement of transaction monitoring scenarios and investigation procedures
Stay current on AML/BSA regulations, OFAC sanctions, emerging typologies, and industry best practices
Participate in training initiatives and knowledge-sharing across the Financial Crime team
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of professional experience in one or more of the following:
Conduct thorough investigations of transaction monitoring alerts related to correspondent banking, wire transfers, and high-risk customer activity
Review and analyze complex correspondent banking transactions for potential money laundering, sanctions violations, and other financial crime typologies
Perform enhanced due diligence on customers, counterparties, and nested banking relationships
Identify suspicious patterns, emerging risks, and red flags requiring escalation
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare detailed investigative reports and case documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
Make informed decisions on alert dispositions, including SAR/STR filing recommendations
Maintain accurate case management records and ensure timely completion of investigations within established SLAs
Support regulatory examinations and audits by providing case files and investigative summaries
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Partner with Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Business teams to resolve complex cases and mitigate financial crime risk
Contribute to the refinement of transaction monitoring scenarios and investigation procedures
Stay current on AML/BSA regulations, OFAC sanctions, emerging typologies, and industry best practices
Participate in training initiatives and knowledge-sharing across the Financial Crime team
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of professional experience in one or more of the following:
Correspondent banking due diligence and monitoring
Transaction monitoring alert investigations and case management
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large volumes of data and identify meaningful patterns
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing investigative reports
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
What You'll Do
Conduct thorough investigations of transaction monitoring alerts related to correspondent banking, wire transfers, and high-risk customer activity
Review and analyze complex correspondent banking transactions for potential money laundering, sanctions violations, and other financial crime typologies
Perform enhanced due diligence on customers, counterparties, and nested banking relationships
Identify suspicious patterns, emerging risks, and red flags requiring escalation
Prepare detailed investigative reports and case documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
Make informed decisions on alert dispositions, including SAR/STR filing recommendations
