AML Associate

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Inform Investigations Manager of common alerts to ensure the monitoring platform consistently addresses prevailing risk. - Review alerts produced from Actimize Suspicious Activity Monitoring system and internal referrals using both internal and external tools, escalating to investigation anything warranting further review. - Properly document all parts of the alert review process, including reason for escalation or closure of the alert. - Work with Branch personnel in order to attain proper KYC information and CIP documentation when warranted. - Assist with special projects as provided by AML management. - Assist OFAC team with ruling out possible matches with SDN list of negative news searches. - Support in the day-to-day compliance efforts with AML/KYC requirements. Qualifications: Required Skills: - Working understanding of reporting requirements of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), and USA PATRIOT Act. - Excellent oral and written communications skills. - Ability to conduct research using various sources. - Knowledge of MS Office Applications, including Excel and Word. - Ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy under pressu...