AML/Sanctions Investigation Consultant

This 6-month contract role involves reviewing AML and sanctions alerts, conducting enhanced investigations, and ensuring compliance with U.S. regulatory standards such as BSA/AML and OFAC. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments, contribute to process improvements, and work in a hybrid setting after an initial integration period.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global financial institution with a strong presence in the U.S. market, known for its robust compliance culture and international banking operations. They offer a collaborative work environment that emphasizes regulatory integrity, cross-functional teamwork, and continuous process improvement.

Description

• Analyze AML monitoring alerts to verify adherence to BSA/AML regulations and accurately document investigative outcomes.

• Perform in-depth investigations into individuals or activities flagged as potentially suspicious.

• Assess sanctions screening alerts generated during nightly list matching to identify possible compliance concerns.

• Execute searches on individuals and entities in response to FinCEN 314(a) information-sharing requests.

• Maintain thorough and organized documentation to support audit trail requirements and facilitate review.

Profile

• A bachelor's degree is required.

• 4+ years of experience in AML compliance or a related regulatory function.

• Strong understanding of U.S. AML laws and OFAC regulatory frameworks.

Job Offer

• A 6-month contract with a globally recognized financial institution, providing valuable exposure to high-level AML and sanctions compliance work.
• Competitive hourly compensation, reflective of the candidate's experience and market rates.
• Hybrid work flexibility, with eligibility for remote work after a successful integration period.
• Opportunity to enhance expertise in regulatory compliance, sanctions screening, and investigative procedures while working alongside experienced professionals.
• Collaborative, cross-functional environment, offering direct interaction with compliance, legal, operations, and front-office teams.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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