AML Investigator

AML Investigator

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented AML Investigator with 4–7 years of experience in anti-money laundering investigations and financial crime compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of AML regulations, and proven experience conducting complex investigations and preparing regulatory reports.

Key Qualifications

AML & Financial Crime Expertise

Strong knowledge of AML regulations, financial crime typologies, money laundering methodologies, and associated risks.

Experience investigating suspicious activity across retail, commercial, or institutional banking environments.

Case Management Systems

Hands-on experience with AML case management and transaction monitoring platforms such as Actimize, Oracle FCCM, SAS AML, Verafin, or similar solutions.

Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge

In-depth understanding of AML regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.

Familiarity with sanctions screening, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), fraud risk, and related financial crime controls.

Suspicious Activity Reporting

Demonstrated experience preparing, documenting, and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulatory obligations and internal policies.

Analytical & Investigative Skills

Strong ability to analyze complex transactional, behavioral, and customer data to identify unusual or suspicious activity.

Proven problem-solving skills and sound investigative judgment.

Communication & Collaboration

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document findings and present conclusions to stakeholders.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across compliance, risk, legal, and business teams.

Attention to Detail

Exceptional accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in investigative and reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct end-to-end AML and financial crime investigations involving a broad range of internal and external cases of varying complexity.

Assess and determine whether reasonable grounds exist to suspect money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions breaches, fraud, or other financial crime activities.

Perform comprehensive reviews of customer relationships and associated risk factors, including sanctions exposure, anti-bribery and corruption risks, fraud indicators, and insider threat concerns.

Utilize AML case management systems to document investigative activities, maintain supporting evidence, and manage case workflows through resolution.

Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) that meet regulatory and internal quality standards.

Analyze transactional patterns, customer behavior, and other relevant data sources to detect and escalate suspicious activity.

Partner with Compliance, Risk Management, Legal, Operations, and other stakeholders to enhance investigative effectiveness and support regulatory compliance.

Ensure investigations are conducted in accordance with AML policies, procedures, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to ongoing enhancements of AML and financial crime controls.

Preferred Qualifications

CAMS, CFCS, or other recognized financial crime certification preferred.

Experience working within banking, fintech, payments, cryptocurrency, or financial services environments.

Exposure to sanctions compliance, fraud investigations, and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews is an advantage.

Matrix is a global, dynamic, and fast-growing technology services and consulting company with over 17,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 2001, Matrix has grown through significant organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, executing some of the largest and most impactful technology projects in the market.

We specialize in the design, development, and implementation of advanced technologies, software solutions, and digital products. Our services include infrastructure and consulting, IT outsourcing and offshore delivery, training and assimilation programs, and acting as a trusted implementation and delivery partner for the world's leading software vendors.

With deep expertise across both the private and public sectors—spanning Finance, Telecom, Healthcare, Hi-Tech, Education, Defense, and Security—Matrix serves a strong customer base in Israel alongside a continuously expanding global client portfolio.

At Matrix, our people are at the heart of our success. We are a community of talented, creative, and dedicated professionals who are passionate about innovation and excellence. We actively attract, develop, and retain top talent, recognizing that every employee's contribution is critical to our continued growth and future success.

Matrix's success is built on a challenging and engaging work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and growth—together.

Join the winning team. Be challenged, grow your career, and enjoy the journey in a highly respected global organization.