Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Education & Certification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Banking, Compliance, Law, Data Science, or Statistics.

  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or completion of any recognized compliance course (e.g., ICA diploma).

  Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in financial crime intelligence, AML investigations, or compliance roles.

  • At least 2 years of hands-on experience in data mining/analytics, including proficiency with SAS Enterprise Guide and Enterprise Miner.

  • Extensive experience leveraging proprietary databases (Lexis-Nexis, World-check, Factiva, etc.) for research and investigative purposes.

  Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong expertise in conducting financial crime intelligence investigations.

  • Exceptional data analysis and risk assessment capabilities.

  • In-depth knowledge of regional and/or global sanctions, political developments, law enforcement issues, and corruption-related matters.

  • Proficiency in analytical tools, dashboards, and data visualization using MS BI, as well as programming languages such as SQL and Python.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Macros and Power Query.

  • Experience applying statistical methods for comprehensive dataset analysis.

  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Responsibilities:

  • Draft and review Suspicious Activity Reports with accuracy and attention to regulatory requirements Decision making skills

  • Analyze complex data sets to identify potential financial crime risks and trends.

  • Conduct thorough research using proprietary databases and open-source intelligence tools.

  • Collaborate with compliance, legal, and investigative teams to ensure effective risk mitigation.

  • Stay current with emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

  Preferred Attributes:

  • Proactive approach to problem-solving and investigative work.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.