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Robert Half AML Specialist in Chicago, Illinois
Description We are looking for a meticulous AML/KYC Analyst to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers a short term contract and is situated in a prominent banking institution. As an AML/KYC Analyst, your expertise in AML Compliance, Remediation Activities, and other related skills will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our financial operations.
Responsibilities:
• Utilize your AML Compliance expertise to ensure banking operations comply with established regulations and standards.
• Employ your remediation skills to identify, evaluate, and rectify any compliance issues or potential risks.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews and monitoring of various financial transactions, including but not limited to cash, wires, EFT Payments, and P2P payments.
• Address alerts and flags that arise from transaction monitoring, investigating, and resolving any suspicious activities.
• Impart training to other team members, sharing your knowledge, and promoting best practices in AML Compliance.
• Maintain meticulous records of all transactions, audits, and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with other members of the compliance team to consistently enhance our banking systems and operations.
• Stay abreast with changes in banking regulations, laws, and best practices in AML/KYC compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of reports detailing the results of compliance audits.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and clarity in all compliance-related matters. Requirements
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an AML/KYC Analyst role or a similar position
• Proficient understanding of Anti Money Laundering (AML) principles
• Demonstrated experience in Compliance and Remediation Activities
• Knowledge of P2P, Cash Clearing, EFT Payments, and Wire Transfer processes
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in using MicroSoft Office Suite and other related software
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Relevant certifications in Anti-Money Laundering or Compliance are desirable
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to staying current with industry and regulatory changes.
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