FinCrime Intelligence Analyst
This role focuses on reviewing, finalizing, and submitting Suspicious Activity Reports in line with regulatory and internal standards. The analyst will assess transactional and customer activity, improve SAR narratives, identify reporting gaps, apply a risk-based approach to submissions and customer blocking, maintain audit-ready documentation, and collaborate with stakeholders in a fintech environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyse transactional and customer activity to identify AML, fraud, and sanctions risks
- Review, improve, and validate SARs to ensure clarity, structure, and regulatory alignment
- Identify potential gaps or areas of concern within SAR content and escalate appropriately
- Ensure SAR narratives clearly explain why activity is suspicious
- Challenge unnecessary SAR submissions or customer blocking using a risk-based approach
- Maintain clear and audit-ready documentation
- Stay informed on evolving AML/CTF regulations and typologies
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency in reporting practices
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience across transaction monitoring, AML investigations, and end-to-end suspicious activity analysis, including SAR/STR drafting, within a financial institution, fintech, or similar environment
- Strong understanding of AML/CTF regulatory frameworks and reporting obligations
- Exceptional attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Strong written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote setting
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Background in fintech, crypto, or digital financial services
- Familiarity with reporting to FinCEN or equivalent international bodies
- AML certifications such as CAMS are a plus but not required
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Flexible and collaborative culture
- Opportunity to contribute to a compliance-driven fintech operation
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth