Step into the exciting role of an AML SAR Analyst, one of the first lines of defense and part of a regulatory regime that needs to fight financial crime. We can identify suspicion activity and pass this information off those in our bank and law enforcement. This is an amazing opportunity to showcase your knowledge of Compliance, Audit, Risk and Fraud Investigations. 2+ years SAR and/or (transaction monitoring, fraud investigation) preferred.

To be successful as an AML SAR Analyst you should have experience with:
•    Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) writing skills
•    Transaction monitoring
•    Fraud experience
•    Research skills
•    Written communication skills

Some other highly valued skills may include:
•    Anti-money Laundering (AML)
•    Transaction monitoring,
•    compliance and/or
•    Fraud exp.
•    ACAMS and/or CFE certification

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills

This role is based in Whippany, NJ

Purpose of the role

To support business areas with day-to-day processing, reviewing, reporting, trading and issue resolution. 

Accountabilities

Support various business areas with day-to-day initiatives including processing, reviewing, reporting, trading, and issue resolution.Collaboration with teams across the bank to align and integrate operational processes.Identification of areas for improvement and providing recommendations in operational processes.Development and implementation of operational procedures and controls to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency.Development of reports and presentations on operational performance and communicate findings to internal senior stakeholders.Identification of industry trends and developments to implement best practice in banking operations.Participation in projects and initiatives to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Analyst Expectations

Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.Partner with other functions and business areas.Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.