Standard Chartered · 9 hours ago
AML InvestigatoraAML Investigator - Complex Investigations
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expStandard Chartered is an international bank that has been making a positive difference for over 170 years. They are seeking an AML Investigator to support their Financial Crime Compliance division in the US, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements while conducting investigations into suspicious activities.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Review and analyze leads for potential suspicious activity, including those generated from detection scenario processes, the service of subpoenas and warrants, negative media reports, as well as other sources to include:
Identifying, researching and reporting suspicious activity
Managing the investigative process from initial detection to disposition
Thoroughly and timely reviewing reports and other investigative leads that potentially identify suspicious activity
Formulating and recommending responses to potentially suspicious findings, reporting such activity to the appropriate regulatory authorities, and supporting FCC in developing the Bank’s forward-looking risk-mitigation response
Support Managers and Team Leaders in conducting AML investigations
Coordinating responses and requests pursuant to Section 314 of the USA PATRIOT Act
Work with team members to determine whether to close cases, escalate findings and/or file a Suspicious Activity Report (“SAR”) with the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
Drafting and reviewing SARs
Performing data-entry related to tracking and documenting all investigative steps
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, Economic Crime Investigation, or related field of study, from an accredited institution
3-5 years experience in a large multinational financial institution, law firm or a global organization
1-3 years AML Compliance or related banking experience and / or experience involving money laundering or complex financial investigations within the financial industry or in the governmental regulatory, intelligence or law enforcement space (international, federal, state and local levels will be considered
CAMS certification strongly preferred. (Required within one year)
Demonstrates an understanding of the key products or services provided by the business / function, and the processes and controls that underpin them
Demonstrates an understanding of compliance regulations, knowledge of global procedures and policies, including a core understanding in AML, Sanctions, CDD or Anti Bribery
Demonstrates an understanding of the SAR process
Proven capability to conduct open source research and leverage Bank internal data sources to assist in building composite analytical products
Has the ability to interpret complex information and determine the research and analysis required to extract facts that can be objectively supported. Has a strong investigative mindset where critical thinking is applied, exemplified by a number of attributes; professional scepticism, a meticulous and consistent approach to research and analytics, and the ability to thoroughly articulate a defence for conclusions reached
Clear, concise communication style (written and verbal); demonstrates engaged listening skills; able to maintain composure in a stressed situation
Self motivated - Strong work orientation, works independently, takes accountability for decisions, actions and outcomes
Collaborative - Actively collaborate within and across teams
Personal Agility - Agile and receptive to change. Positive and solutions oriented
Preferred
Advanced degrees (JD, MBA, etc.) will be viewed positively
Prior law enforcement or regulatory experience will be viewed positively
Benefits
Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits.
A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.
Discretionary variable pay and a range of attractive bank sponsored benefit programs are available and designed to foster employee overall health and well-being including, but not limited to, a best in class 401k plan with up to 8% employer match, robust medical plan coverage with employer funded Health Savings Accounts, inclusive family building benefits, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements for many of our positions subject to role specific considerations.
Company
Standard Chartered
We are a leading international banking group, with a presence in 54 of the world’s most dynamic markets.
10001+ employees
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$1.23B2026-01-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.17B
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2018-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $43.5M
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