Description

Robert Half is looking for an entry level AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Analyst for one of our Fortune 500 companies in McLean, VA!

Are you an entry level analyst looking to grow your career with a major financial institution? If you have 0-3 years of banking experience, and an aptitude for investigation and written communication, this role could be perfect for you! The AML Analyst is responsible for identifying and investigating suspicious activity, analyzing customer transactions to detect money-laundering transactions, and making decisions on the appropriate follow-up action to take. In this role, you'll work proactively to establish procedures and provide guidance and support to the Client regarding customer risk ratings and account activity. This is an ideal role for those with degrees in Business, Finance, Economics, Banking, Criminal Justice, or Law Enforcement, while Liberal Arts (English, Journalism, History, and more) majors who possess a desire to work in the financial industry are encouraged to apply as well. This is a long-term contract (temporary) opportunity based in McLean, VA. Applicants who live outside the McLean metro area will not be considered, as this role will require spending 2-3 days per week in the office.

Location: McLean, VA

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid: Hybrid

Start Date: September 2022

Type: Contract, possibility of conversion to perm

Hours: 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Compensation: $25.00 - $28.00

Duties:

• Review currency, transactions, and suspicious activity in accordance to the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Write detailed reports of AML investigations (SARs)
• Utilize good judgment when determining follow-up course of action.
• Follow defined procedures policies and precedents.
• Refer unusual situations that require exceptions to Manager or Supervisor.
• Prioritize assigned tasks.
• May serve as a resource for less experienced staff and assist in their training.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today!

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 0-3 years' experience
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (must be familiar with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Criminal Justice
• Anti-money laundering experience a plus
• Data analysis
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.

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