Senior Analyst - Transaction Monitoring

Key Skills: KYC, AML, Financial crime Roles and Responsibilities: Monitor daily transactions to identify potentially suspicious or unusual activity in line with AML regulations and internal policies. Conduct end-to-end investigations of alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system. Perform due diligence and root-cause analysis using internal systems, customer data, and external sources. Prepare well-documented case files and escalate issues as necessary. Draft and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with appropriate regulatory bodies in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain detailed records of investigations and reporting for audit and compliance purposes. Liaise with internal teams (e.g., Compliance, Legal, Risk) and external regulators as required. Support continuous improvements in transaction monitoring systems and processes. Stay up to date with changes in AML laws, SAR filing requirements, and industry best practices. Skills Required: 3 - 10 years of experience in transaction monitoring, AML investigations, or SAR reporting. Familiarity with AML regulations (e.g., BSA/USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN requirements, or equivalent). Experience using transaction monitoring systems. Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet regulatory deadlines. Experience in Financial crime. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of emerging financial crime trends and regulatory expectations. Experience with international banking or financial institutions. Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field (Master's or CAMS certification preferred).