Anti-Money Laundering AML Specialist

Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Job Description

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or a related filed and at least four years of experience with fraud or money-laundering investigations. Proven investigative and analytical skills, as well as case report writing experience, are preferred. Anti-money laundering specialists must be knowledgeable in forensic accounting, statistical data mining and risk management. Some firms look for candidates with the certified anti-money laundering specialist (CAMS) and certified fraud examiner (CFE) certifications.

Typical anti-money laundering specialist duties:

Conducting investigations of potential money laundering or fraud and filing regulatory reports according to legal requirements

Developing and implementing key anti-money laundering initiatives

Participating in committees to review and improve anti-money laundering policies and procedures

Reviewing transaction data to detect fraud or money laundering trends to support investigations

Organizing documentation and evidence resulting from investigations

Preparing cases for criminal prosecution or presenting evidence to law enforcement

Providing testimony in criminal and civil proceedings as necessary

Staying current with regulatory compliance requirements and changes from government and industry boards such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Office of the Comptroller of Currency

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Salary for Anti-Money Laundering AML Specialist

71750 - 104250

25th percentile

71750

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

90250

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

104250

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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