Job Title : BSA/AML Compliance Analyst - Junior
Location: Miami, FL
Wage Range: 40-45 depending on years of experience and qualifications
Job Number: 25-02242

Job Description: Our client, a global bank, has an immediate opening for a BSA/AML Compliance Analyst - Junior to work from their Miami, FL office.

Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze transactional data and review public searches results for the purpose of initiating, developing and bringing to successful conclusion transaction monitoring alerts.
- Identify and use appropriate research and analytical skills to achieve maximum efficiencies and effectiveness, in the monitoring transaction process and alert dispositions.
- Develop and participate in education, training and awareness activities as part of the transaction monitoring program.
- Maintains a good working relationship with and knowledge of business units and organizational groups within the Bank.
- Writes clear and concise comments to forcefully support the alert final dispositions.
- Other duties as assigned or requested by Supervisor.

Must-Have Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience
- **Bilingual in English/Spanish
- **Previous experience in AML Transaction Monitoring in a Private Banking environment
- **Knowledge of US PATRIOT Act, BSA/AML requirements and regulations (AML, KYC, OFAC, FinCEN)
- **Ability to work in a high-pressure environment with strict deadlines
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and learn new tools quickly
- Ability to make independent decisions as well as collaborate effectively with a team
- Strong interpersonal skills: effective communication both written and verbal
- Energetic/self-starter with the ability to take direction and act quickly

Plusses:
- Experience with or a keen interest in emerging technologies including cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain
- **ACAMS or FIBA certification

Duration:
- 3-month contract with possibility of extensions and/or FTE conversion
- **Candidates must be open/willing to convert to FTE

Location:
- Position will start off 5 days a week onsite at the Miami Santander Office (2-3 weeks)
- After the 2-3-week timeframe, candidates can then start working off a hybrid schedule
- Hybrid schedule: 2 days at home, 3 days onsite a week

Specialized and/or Technical Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the Private Banking Industry and regulations.
- Ability to analyze risk data and provide recommendations and/or resolutions to mitigate risk scenarios.
- Ability to summarize, document, and communicate information in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to function in deadline intensive environment, managing multiple responsibilities while effectively focusing on priority issues.
- Knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC/Terrorist Financing related regulations.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communications skills: writing & verbal.
- Knowledge of AML/OFAC related software.
- Preferred knowledge of ASSIST (monitoring transactions system)

Physical Requirements:
Duties are performed in an office environment. Physical demands could involve any or all of the following: digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in the operation of office equipment; light to moderate lifting (10-20 lbs.) and carrying of supplies, files, etc.; the ability to speak to and hear customers and/or other employees both telephone calling and in person; and body motor skills sufficient to enable the incumbent to move from one office location to another.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.