Level 2 Transaction Monitoring Investigator (AML/CFT) - Job description - Grade 7

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Level 2 Transaction Monitoring Investigator to manage escalated AML/CFT cases, perform deepdive investigations, and finalize STR/SAR decisions. Ideal for professionals with strong regulatory understanding and narrative-writing skills.

Key Responsibilities

Handle escalated TM alerts and close cases with final disposition.
Draft and finalize STR/SAR reports.
Perform customer and transaction analysis across products
Identify ML/TF typologies (structuring, layering, TBML, sanctions evasion).
Mentor L1/L2 analysts and provide quality oversight.
Support scenario tuning and falsepositive reduction.
Ensure SLA adherence and maintain investigation quality.

Required Experience

5 + years in Transaction Monitoring investigations (For G7)
Strong STR/SAR drafting experience.
Knowledge of KYC/CDD/EDD and sanctions frameworks.
Experience with audits and compliance reviews.

Skills & Tools

TM Tools: Actimize, Mantas/NICE, SAS AML, Oracle FCCM, FICO, Napier
Screening tools: WorldCheck, Dow Jones, ComplyAdvantage.
Analytics: Excel (Advanced), Power BI/Tableau.
Strong written communication and analytical skills.

Preferred Certifications

CAMS, CFE, ICA AML/Compliance (preferred).

Attributes

Strong decisionmaking ability.
Attention to detail.
Ability to interact with regulators.
Leadership and mentoring capability.

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