Position Summary:
The Senior Financial Investigations Analyst is responsible for performing investigations to identify suspicious activities and prevent financial crime. Responsibilities include developing investigation summaries including KYC analysis, transactions assessment, negative media research and disposition, etc., ensuring adherence to establish policies and procedures. In addition, the Senior Financial Investigations Analyst also supports the Transaction Monitoring Unit (TMU) with alerts dispositions and other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.
The Senior Financial Investigations Analyst reports to the Financial Investigations Unit Manager.
Position Duties / Responsibilities:
• Outline and develop investigation summaries, including the referred to investigations (RTI) template review, KYC analysis, transactions assessment, and negative media research and disposition, within 13 months extended scope.
• Writes clear and concise narratives to forcefully support the SAR/No-SAR dispositions.
• Support the Transaction Monitoring (TM) Unit with alerts dispositions.
• Conduct manual reviews including concentration accounts, trade finance transactions, among others.
• Develop and participate in education, training and awareness activities as part of the transaction monitoring program.
• Maintain a good working relationship with and knowledge of business units and organizational groups within the Bank.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by Supervisor.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience
Business Experience:
3 - 5 years of relevant experience or demonstrated required level of proficiency
Specialized and/or Technical Knowledge:
• Knowledge of the Private Banking Industry and regulations.
• Ability to analyze risk data and provide recommendations and/or resolutions to mitigate risk scenarios.
• Ability to summarize, document, and communicate information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to function in deadline intensive environment, managing multiple responsibilities while effectively focusing on priority issues.
• Knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC/Terrorist Financing related regulations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communications skills: writing & verbal.
• Knowledge of AML/OFAC related software.
• Preferred knowledge of ASSIST (monitoring transactions system).
Licenses / Certifications:
AML certifications, preferred.
Languages:
English & Spanish required.
Diversity & EEO Statements: At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce and strive to increase the diversity of our teams. We actively encourage everyone to apply.
Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working Conditions: Frequent Minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking. Occasional moving and lifting equipment and furniture is required to support onsite and offsite meeting setup and teardown. Physically capable of lifting up to fifty pounds, able to bend, kneel, climb ladders.
Employer Rights: Employer Rights: This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate at any time for any reason.
The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.
Base Pay RangeMinimum:
$50,625.00 USDMaximum:
$85,000.00 USD