Global Financial Crimes Investigations Analyst

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Job Description

This role is responsible for conducting financial crime investigations to identify, assess, and escalate potentially suspicious activity. Investigators analyze complex customer and transactional information, evaluate risk, identify patterns that may indicate financial crimes, and determine appropriate next steps based on the facts and available evidence.

Successful investigators apply sound judgment, professional curiosity, and critical thinking to reach well-supported conclusions. They clearly document investigative findings, articulate risk-based decisions, and ensure work is completed in accordance with regulatory requirements, enterprise policies, and quality standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple investigations while producing work that withstands regulatory and independent review.

Responsibilities

• Complete investigations to meet or exceed quality and production expectations.
• Complete Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) in a timely and accurate manner for submission to regulators and/or law enforcement.
• Report facts of the investigation to senior stakeholders.
• Analyze financial transactions to assess whether activity is suspicious and warrants further investigation.
• Manage the full investigation lifecycle, from initial review through documentation and resolution.
• Gather and evaluate relevant information to support sound decision-making throughout the investigative process.

Required Qualifications

• Technical proficiency and the ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple investigative systems and tools simultaneously.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Act with a sense of urgency and create this in others.
• Demonstrate problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Act decisively and with good judgment.
• Be flexible and adaptable; ability to handle multiple and shifting priorities.
• Think strategically and willingly participate in projects and other opportunities.
• Be a motivated individual who always maintains a positive and professional attitude.
• Maintain a high emphasis on identifying and managing risk.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desired Qualifications

• 1+ years in AML or financial crimes investigation.
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring and case management systems.
• CAMS certification (or working toward it) is a plus.

Skills

• Professional curiosity and investigative mindset.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Attention to Detail and accuracy.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of data from multiple sources.
• Sound risk judgment and escalation discipline.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Technical proficiency and the ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple investigative systems and tools simultaneously.
• Regulatory Compliance.
• Adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Adaptability & Commitment to Continuous Improvement.

Job Details

Location: US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)

Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 40

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $68,500.00 - $102,000.00 (hourly pay, offers to be determined based on experience, education, and skill set).

This role is discretionary incentive eligible and is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group, and the overall success of the Company.

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources, and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.