Description:
The AML/ Transaction Monitoring Sr. Analyst plays a key role in the prevention and detection of financial crime through proactive transaction monitoring and investigative analysis. The role covers both Consumer and Partner business segments, involving end-to-end case handling - from initial alert review to disposition, escalation, and preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)- ensuring full compliance with internal policies and global AML regulations.
This is not a KYC/Onboarding role; Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience in transactional monitoring analysis, alert investigations and case documentation within an AML operations environment, having worked for financial institutions in Europe.
Requirements:
* Review and analyze transactional activity triggered by automated monitoring systems or manual referrals to identify patterns indicative of potential money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing.
* Conduct end-to-end AML case investigations — gathering data, performing transactional analysis, corroborating findings through public and internal sources, and recommending disposition (e.g., escalation, closure, or SAR filing).
* Prepare high-quality case narratives and supporting documentation for internal escalation or submission of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulatory timelines and internal quality standards.
* Perform background checks and contextual research on counterparties and entities linked to alerts, using both public and subscription databases (e.g.,, LexisNexis).
* Maintain clear audit trails and ensure all investigative steps, conclusions, and rationales are accurately captured in case management systems.
* Collaborate with Quality Control and Quality Assurance to ensure investigations meet internal policies, procedures and regulatory expectations.
* Participate in periodic refresh reviews and identify new red flags or typologies through ongoing analysis of customer behavior.
* Proactively identify process improvements and suggest control enhancements to strengthen AML detection and reporting capabilities.
Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Law, or related field.
* Language: Minimum English C1
Experience
* Experience working for financial services client(s), with a minimum of one year of relevant experience in specifically Transaction Monitoring (handling of TM Alerts).
* Demonstrated exposure to AML, TM, E2E investigation and SAR/STR preparation is required.
Skills
* Verbally strong enough to discuss cases in ENGLISH and GERMAN with stakeholders
* Strong analytical and investigative mindset with the ability to interpret large transactional datasets.
* Excellent drafting and case-writing skills, with emphasis on concise and factual narratives.
* Sound understanding of AML / TM regulations, typologies, and red-flag indicators.
* High attention to detail, organization, and accountability in documentation.
* Risk-based mind-set, understanding that TM is not a ‘check-the-box’ exercise.
Certifications
* At least one of the following certifications: ICA certifications in AML, Financial Crime, or Compliance and/or CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)
* You must possess a valid work permit or residency for Portugal and/or citizenship of a European Union or Schengen Area country.
Offer:
* Possibility of joining a dynamic team with a high potential, contractual conditions matching your proven experience and career development opportunities.
* A competitive basic salary.
* Integration in a solid and prestigious multinational company, leader in its sector,
* Excellent training.
* Inclusive culture and a great team!