SoFi · 14 hours ago
AML Compliance Specialist - Client Intelligence Unit
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
1+ years expSoFi is a next-generation financial services company and national bank that is transforming personal finance. The Client Intelligence Unit Specialist will perform Level 2 escalation reviews of Enhanced Due Diligence and transaction screening alerts, ensuring compliance with KYC and AML regulations while supporting internal investigations.
CreditCredit CardsFinancial ServicesFinTechLendingWealth Management
Responsibilities
Ensure customer and transaction-related alert determinations are appropriate, fully supported, and documented
Support CIU Operations with internal investigations related to name screening (Sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons, and Adverse Media) and transaction screening sanctions alerts
Identify and verify business relationships with legal entities, requiring the identification of legal and ownership structures, beneficial owners, and other pertinent information
Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence periodic reviews of existing customers to ensure that customer information is current and accurate and that activity is in line with what is expected for the customer type
Maintain a thorough comprehension of AML typologies related to retail banking, lending, and securities
Conduct research utilizing available systems, databases, and the internet, consistent with procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in a related field
1-2 years of experience in the finance industry focusing on KYC and EDD reviews
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and across different business lines
Excellent working knowledge of BSA/AML laws and regulations relative to money laundering and terrorist financing and the ability to apply this knowledge in assessing transaction activity
Specific knowledge and experience in performing KYC/CDD processes at financial institutions
Experience with AML CDD/EDD including conducting transactional activity reviews and KYC/KYB onboarding reviews
Excellent organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal skills are required
Must be able to multi-task, adapt well to changing priorities, and effectively prioritize workflow to meet critical deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and changing environment; must work well under pressure
Excellent analytical skills and communication required
Preferred
CAMS certification preferred or willingness to obtain within the initial 12 months of hire
Company
SoFi
SoFi is a finance company that offers a range of lending and wealth management services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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CEO
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