AML/KYC Analyst

Description We are looking for an AML/KYC Analyst to support compliance operations within a Financial Services environment in Dallas, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can evaluate transactional activity, identify potential financial crime risks, and contribute to a strong regulatory compliance framework. The role requires sound analytical judgment, clear documentation, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to help maintain high standards in anti-money laundering and customer due diligence processes.

Responsibilities:

• Review alerts generated by monitoring platforms and assess activity that may indicate money laundering or other suspicious behavior.
• Examine customer transaction patterns, compare them with expected account activity, and escalate unusual findings for further review when appropriate.
• Perform follow-up research on flagged transactions and gather supporting information to determine whether activity appears legitimate.
• Prepare accurate, organized case documentation that clearly explains investigative steps, observations, and conclusions.
• Partner with internal teams to obtain records and background details needed to complete customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence reviews.
• Apply current anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements in daily investigative work and compliance assessments.
• Participate in ongoing training to remain informed on regulatory developments, emerging risks, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with technology stakeholders to improve the effectiveness and accuracy of transaction monitoring tools. Requirements
• Experience supporting AML, KYC, financial crime, or compliance-related investigations within a regulated environment.
• Ability to analyze transactional data, identify irregular patterns, and make risk-based decisions using available information.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear and concise investigative summaries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for organizing, reviewing, and interpreting case-related data.
• Knowledge of customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence practices used in financial services compliance.
• Familiarity with applicable anti-money laundering regulations and expectations relevant to transaction monitoring activities.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple reviews in a deadline-driven setting.

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