AML Manager strengthening compliance framework at digital banking startup. Key role in enhancing AML/CFT policies and collaborating with internal and external partners.
About the role
- AML Analyst supporting M-Pesa Anti-Money Laundering operations by reviewing transactions. Collaborating closely with AML leaders to ensure compliance and safeguard systems.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily reviews of AML alerts and ensure all outstanding items are communicated to relevant market teams.
- Escalate positive hits promptly to the AML Supervisor or MLRO in line with established procedures.
- Carry out screening for sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs).
- Complete customer profile reviews and contribute to market-level Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
- Prepare monthly AML alert verification summaries and support in generating management information reports.
- Assess alerts in accordance with defined standard operating procedures.
- Evaluate geographical relevance of remitter and beneficiary locations for flagged transactions.
- Escalate cases requiring further assessment and share insights on emerging risk patterns with market teams.
- Maintain accurate, concise documentation for all investigations, including reasoning behind decisions.
- Ensure adherence to personal data protection requirements.
Requirements
- Bring 2–2.5 years of experience in a financial services environment, preferably with exposure to AML activities.
- Possess strong analytical and detail‑oriented skills with a commitment to high‑quality output.
- Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Communicate clearly in written and verbal English.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Law, Finance, Management, or a related field.
Benefits
- Opportunities to deepen expertise in AML operations, digital payments, and compliance frameworks.
- Exposure to cross‑market collaboration within a global organisation.
- Experience in managing real‑time transaction monitoring for a high‑scale fintech environment.
- Growth in regulatory understanding and risk management disciplines.
- Enhanced capability in fraud and AML investigation methodologies.
- Greater understanding of transaction monitoring systems and compliance technologies.
- Skills in interpreting regulatory requirements across multiple markets.
- Strengthened documentation and reporting competencies for audit‑driven environments.
- Cross‑functional communication and stakeholder engagement.
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