FIU Investigator | RemoteWLB

Description

Wealthfront is seeking a talented, passionate, and detail-oriented Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance professional to join its Financial Intelligence Unit. As the newest member of the FIU team, the ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys hands-on investigative work, possesses a strong degree of intellectual curiosity, and is looking to continue developing their AML skillset in an individual contributor capacity. This individual will work closely with other members of the Legal and Compliance division, and collaborate with other departments across the firm including Fraud Operations, Product Support, and Engineering.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth investigations that include thorough reviews of transactional activity, internal KYC records, and open source research and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulatory reporting requirements

Maintain accurate metrics for FIU investigations and SAR filings to ensure stakeholders are well-informed in decision-making processes

Leverage expertise to identify unusual financial activity indicative of money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud

Conduct deep-dives into account and transaction activity to identify and expand upon existing Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) typologies

Support the Company’s suspicious activity detection, transaction monitoring, and reporting programs and drive enhancements to the program, including updates to related controls and accompanying policies and procedures

Expertise

Deep, wide, and practical understanding of money laundering typologies and related red flags

Adept at independently conducting investigations, filing SARs, and managing a large caseload with minimal guidance

Excellent analytical and organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Experience leading cross-functional projects, including collaboration with engineering teams

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including formal writing and presenting to senior leadership

Required

BA/BS degree

2 - 4 years direct or relevant experience conducting Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions or Follow-the-Money related analysis and/or investigations

Willingness to obtain applicable registrations and/or licenses as necessary

Preferred

CAMS certification

Certified Fraud Examiner certification

Experience with or general understanding of broader financial services including investment advisory and banking

Experience conducting investigations related to subpoenas and requests under Section 314(a) and 314(b) of the USA PATRIOT Act

Estimated annual salary range: $114,480 - $125,000 USD plus equity and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401K plan, generous time off, parental leave, wellness reimbursements, professional development, employee investing discount, and more!