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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Description
We are looking for an entry level AML investigators to join our team in Wayne, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding the financial system by analyzing and monitoring transactions for compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with a background in legal, business, or financial compliance.
Applicants must be available to start May 26th for consideration. Interviews taking place week of April 20th.
Responsibilities:
• Investigate transaction alerts to identify unusual patterns or suspicious activity.
• Analyze client transactional behavior to ensure alignment with expected norms and identify inconsistencies.
• Conduct due diligence on flagged transactions to verify legitimacy.
• Prepare detailed documentation of findings for review by senior compliance staff and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather information for customer and enhanced due diligence processes.
• Stay informed about current anti-money laundering regulations and apply them effectively in daily operations.
• Participate in ongoing training to remain updated on regulatory changes and compliance best practices.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and internal policies during all investigations and reviews.
• Assist in improving compliance procedures by identifying areas for enhancement.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in legal, business, or financial compliance-related disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and practices.
• Excellent analytical skills to identify unusual transaction patterns.
• Proficiency in documenting findings with attention to detail and clarity.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to stay updated on regulatory changes and apply them to daily responsibilities.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with compliance systems.
• Meticulous mindset with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness.
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