Compliance Analyst – Transaction Monitoring

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. Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts across relevant products and payment channels, including fiat payments and virtual currency transactions .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transaction monitoring and AML investigations, with strong analytical skills to identify unusual patterns and financial crime indicators. Proficient in documenting investigations and collaborating with compliance teams while maintaining confidentiality and meeting deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transaction Monitoring ExperienceAnti-Money Laundering KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsCase Management Systems ProficiencyEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Transaction MonitoringAML InvestigationsFinancial Crime ComplianceData AnalysisRisk AssessmentDue DiligenceSanctions ScreeningCustomer Due DiligenceTransaction Data InterpretationQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsJudgmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ExcelBlockchain Analytics ToolsCase Management SystemsTransaction Monitoring Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant DegreeProfessional Qualification

Industry Keywords

Financial CrimePaymentsFintechMoney Services BusinessPolitically Exposed PersonsTravel RuleSuspicious Activity ReportsSuspicious Transaction Reports

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts across relevant products and payment channels, including fiat payments and virtual currency transactions
Assess customer activity against business profiles, expected transaction volumes, source of funds and stated transaction purposes
Identify unusual patterns, inconsistencies and financial crime indicators
Review sanctions and Politically Exposed Person screening alerts and escalate potential matches
Conduct virtual currency wallet address and transaction screening using third-party blockchain analytics tools
Review relevant Travel Rule information
Prepare requests for information and supporting documents, track deadlines and outstanding requests
Document investigations, evidence, risk assessments and recommendations in case management systems
Escalate suspicious activity, material risks and unresolved concerns to the Transaction Monitoring Manager or MLRO
Support preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports and Suspicious Transaction Reports
Recommend enhanced monitoring, further due diligence or transaction restrictions within role authority
Collaborate with Compliance, KYC, Operations and Customer Support
Maintain records and trackers, meet investigation deadlines and apply quality assurance feedback
Identify recurring issues and contribute to improvements in monitoring rules, procedures and reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in transaction monitoring, AML investigations, financial crime compliance or a related role within banking, payments, fintech or a money services business
Working knowledge of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing requirements, sanctions screening, customer due diligence and suspicious activity escalation
Strong analytical skills, including interpreting transaction data and identifying unusual patterns
Clear written communication skills for concise investigation summaries and evidence-based recommendations
Strong attention to detail and sound judgement
Good organisational skills, ability to manage multiple investigations, prioritise risk and meet deadlines
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams while handling sensitive information confidentially
Proficiency in Excel or similar spreadsheet tools
Experience using transaction monitoring or case management systems
A relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent practical experience
Right to work in the jurisdiction where the candidate will work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working arrangement
Agile, flexible working culture
Inclusive work environment
Recruitment-process accommodations available
Equal opportunities workplace