AML Investigator

Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission.

Job Description

We’re looking for AML Investigators to join our growing AML Investigation team in Austin. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission, grow as a specialist in anti-money laundering and help save millions of more people money.

Your mission: 

Wise has already pioneered new ways for people to transfer money across borders and currencies. Our customers can also manage their hard-earned money with the world’s first platform to offer true multi-currency banking. Your mission is to protect customers and Wise by investigating and reporting suspicious activity.

Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the AML Investigation team: 

• Carry out reviews on alerted accounts on the basis of both internal and external information
• Assess actual payment activity and payment patterns
• Obtain further supporting information to mitigate ML/TF concerns
• Request and analyse supporting documents when needed
• Take ownership of an individual investigation and escalating any suspicious activity in accordance with internal procedures
• Participate in an active feedback loop between the AML Investigation team and the developers/product teams to improve our product quality from a compliance perspective
• Other ad hoc duties that need to be done

Qualifications

• Previous experience in AML or investigating suspicious activity will be beneficial
• Your verbal and written English skills are excellent
• You have an exceptionally inquisitive mind. You are always looking out for more information where available, however, you are able to cut through the noise
• You have a great eye for detail. You are meticulous and can look at information with factual precision
• You have exceptional logical thinking. You are naturally able to interpret data and draw logical conclusions
• You have great communication skills, both written and verbal. You are able to express your thoughts concisely and logically
• You’re able to articulate and justify your decisions. You are confident and comfortable making independent judgement calls
• You’re able to work under pressure. You can multitask efficiently and take responsibility in challenging situations
• You’re curious, keen to learn and proactive by nature
• You’re a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects
• You’re open to and value feedback in order to improve

Additional Information

• This is a hybrid position located in Austin, Texas and not fully remote. You must be able to commute to the office or open to relocation
• You must already be legally authorized to work in the US, we cannot sponsor Visas for this position
• The salary for this role is $62,500 annually

Key benefits:

• 🚀 RSU’s in a rapidly growing company
• 💪 An annual self-development budget
• 🩺 Medical, dental, & vision insurance – including HSA and FSA options
• 💝 Company-paid: Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, and an EAP program
• ☀️ 25 days PTO, 15 sick days, 11 bank holidays, 5 compassionate leave days, 3 paid “Me” days and a paid volunteer day, annually
• 🏝️ A paid 6-week sabbatical leave after four years
• 👶🏼 18-weeks of paid parental leave, after a year with us
• 💰 401k with up to a 4% employer match
• 🏆 BuiltIn Award winner for Best Places to Work and Best Large Places to Work
• Click here to learn more about the benefits that we offer at Wise

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For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

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