Description
We are looking for FinCrime Investigators to join our growing AML Investigations team in Budapest. As a FinCrime Investigator, you will be protecting customers and Wise by investigating and reporting suspicious activity.
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.
Key responsibilities:
- Carry out reviews on alerted accounts based on 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 escalate suspicious activity in accordance with internal procedures
- Participate in an active feedback loop between the AML Investigation team and developers/product teams to improve product quality from a compliance perspective
Qualifications:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Experience in operations, compliance, or a related field, preferably with exposure to financial crime or AML processes
- Proven ability to conduct thorough and objective investigations, analyse complex data, and draw logical conclusions
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent documentation skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
- Ability to work independently and make decisions within well-defined procedures
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritise effectively, and manage time efficiently
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts, weekends, and public holidays as needed
Additional information:
- This role requires taking initiative and effectively resolving issues within established frameworks.
- We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.