Position: Anti Financial Crime Analyst

Location: Bucharest, Romania

First 3 months fully onsite, afterward hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days home)

Employment type: Full-time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft clear, concise, and comprehensive investigation summaries, highlighting any identified red flags.
• Analyze and investigate alerts generated by AML and Transaction Monitoring systems.
• Assess transactions and customer behaviors to determine whether activity is normal or suspicious.
• Conduct basic Requests for Information (RFIs) with customers or internal teams to gather additional details.
• Identify potential red flags and document the rationale behind case closure or escalation decisions.
• Escalate cases to the appropriate level when necessary and refer complex investigations to Level 2 teams.
• Ensure full compliance with internal procedures, AML policies, and relevant market regulations during all analyses.
• Collaborate with colleagues and cross-functional teams to resolve cases efficiently and ensure consistent application of AML standards.
• Maintain detailed records of investigations and decisions in accordance with internal and external compliance requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Native/C1 in Italian, both oral and written, Fluent in English (at least B2+ level)-
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Banking, Economics, Finance, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Anti-Financial Crime, AML, or Compliance operations.
• Foundational understanding of financial crime regulations, AML processes, sanctions, and KYC requirements.
• Proven ability to handle cases independently and conduct in-depth investigations.
• Experience in identifying, analyzing, and escalating suspicious activities or red flags.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of performing effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in transaction monitoring, handling authority requests, or drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).

OFFER:

• Working schedule: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Full-time, permanent employment contract.
• Competitive performance-based bonus.
• Access to a wide range of flexible benefits via a dedicated platform.
• Private medical subscription.
• Fully paid training on company procedures and assigned projects.
• Career development programs, specialized professional courses, and language learning opportunities.