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Robert Half
AML Investigator
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What they do
A Fraud Examiner or Analyst analyses business computer systems, identifies weaknesses, and monitors for evidence of fraud, including identity theft and fraudulent credit card or bank transactions.
$73,072 / year median in North Carolina
-0% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented AML Investigator to conduct Level 1 alert reviews and support financial crimes compliance efforts within a high-volume, production-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in AML, BSA, risk, compliance, or financial crimes and possess strong analytical and investigative skills.
This role requires the ability to review large volumes of transaction activity, identify potential risk indicators, exercise sound judgment, and make clear, well-supported decisions. The successful candidate will be comfortable working toward daily production goals while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality.
Key ResponsibilitiesConduct Level 1 reviews and investigations of transaction monitoring alerts for potentially suspicious activity.
Analyze customer and transaction information to identify unusual activity, patterns, trends, and potential financial crime risks.
Complete a high volume of investigations while consistently meeting established daily production and quality metrics.
Determine whether alerts can be closed or should be escalated for additional investigation based on findings.
Identify activity that may warrant escalation for potential Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) consideration.
Conduct research using internal systems, account information, transaction history, and other available resources.
Apply knowledge of BSA/AML regulations, financial crime typologies, and internal policies and procedures when evaluating alerts.
Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported investigative case narratives documenting findings and conclusions.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation to support investigative decisions and potential regulatory review.
Escalate complex or higher-risk cases in accordance with established procedures.
Consistently balance productivity, accuracy, quality, and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Stay current on relevant AML/BSA requirements, internal procedures, and emerging financial crime trends.
This role requires the ability to review large volumes of transaction activity, identify potential risk indicators, exercise sound judgment, and make clear, well-supported decisions. The successful candidate will be comfortable working toward daily production goals while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality.
Key ResponsibilitiesConduct Level 1 reviews and investigations of transaction monitoring alerts for potentially suspicious activity.
Analyze customer and transaction information to identify unusual activity, patterns, trends, and potential financial crime risks.
Complete a high volume of investigations while consistently meeting established daily production and quality metrics.
Determine whether alerts can be closed or should be escalated for additional investigation based on findings.
Identify activity that may warrant escalation for potential Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) consideration.
Conduct research using internal systems, account information, transaction history, and other available resources.
Apply knowledge of BSA/AML regulations, financial crime typologies, and internal policies and procedures when evaluating alerts.
Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported investigative case narratives documenting findings and conclusions.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation to support investigative decisions and potential regulatory review.
Escalate complex or higher-risk cases in accordance with established procedures.
Consistently balance productivity, accuracy, quality, and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.
Stay current on relevant AML/BSA requirements, internal procedures, and emerging financial crime trends.