Due Diligence Analyst Level 3 (Alternative/Hedge Funds)

AML Analyst

The primary purpose of this position is to review, assess, and validate customer records to aide in the detection of possible money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud using risk-based approach methods while ensuring compliance with the Bank's established BSA/AML program.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

• Review KYC for completeness and accuracy as part of customer validation in order to assess and document the risks associated with that customer.
• Identify and address items through day-to-day assignments to ensure the Bank's KYC and CIP standards have been met.
• Ensure ongoing due diligence efforts and KYC are maintained while identifying substantive changes to customer profiles.
• Perform AML Screening/CDD/EDD reviews on prospects and new/existing customers in accordance with the Bank's policies and procedures.
• Review and resolve EDD Verifier alerts; escalate findings to Manager when appropriate.
• Perform searches utilizing Internet sources and/or third-party vendors (i.e. Google, LexisNexis and/or World Compliance) to determine negative news and obtain due diligence information for prospects and new/existing customers.
• Respond to daily inquiries from peers, front-line and management regarding KYC/CIP and due diligence matters, when appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with peers, front-line and management when requesting information or documentation and addressing concerns or findings.
• Adhere to all designated time frames, manage workflow to the specified deadlines and complete responsibilities in a satisfactory manner.
• Thoroughly document findings by preparing reports in a manner that is clear and comprehensible to BSA supervisors/managers, internal auditors and regulatory examiners.
• Report and escalate all concerns or negative findings clearly and objectively to Manager.
• Interact with bank examiners, internal auditors, and compliance personnel during BSA and AML related audits, if necessary.
• Complete all job-related training in a timely manner and attend seminars or continuing education, as directed.
• Perform any other assignments as directed by Manager.
• Prepare and draft presentations/reports, as needed.
• Actively participate in team meetings.
• Actively assist the Manager in special projects that are both system related or involve special investigations or reviews.
• Maintain close working knowledge of special projects, investigations or reviews and advises Manager of their progress and any matters of concern.
• In absence of Manager, ensure proper workflow of customer review process and day-to-day assignments are addressed.
• Interact and coordinate with due diligence team to resolve day-to-day issues and escalate to Manager, when appropriate.
• Adheres to and complies with applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-money laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act, etc.).
• Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training.
• Identifies and reports suspicious activity.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Supervises function, projects or services and/or one or more employees, as applicable.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance coaching; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education

College degree preferred

Experience

• 7-9 Years banking experience or equivalent expertise in Anti-Money Laundering/Know Your Customer or Compliance roles, preferably within Alternative Funds Services required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) preferred
• Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate (AMLCA) preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Alternative Investment Funds legal documentation requirements and understanding
• Strong understanding of financial markets, alternative investments, and due diligence processes

Additional Information

• Candidates residing in locations within BankUnited's footprint may be given preference.