Compliance Associate, Financial Intelligence Unit - Remote

Overview

Wealthfront is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced compliance professional to support the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). This individual will work closely with other members of the Legal and Compliance division, and collaborate with other departments across the firm including Fraud Operations, Product Support, and Engineering.

In Short

• Conduct in-depth investigations of transactional activity and KYC records.
• File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with regulations.
• Maintain metrics for investigations and SAR filings.
• Identify unusual financial activities indicating money laundering and fraud.
• Support suspicious activity detection and transaction monitoring programs.
• Provide thought leadership for regulatory changes.
• Conduct investigations related to subpoenas under the USA PATRIOT Act.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on cross-functional projects.
• Strong communication skills for presenting to senior leadership.
• Intellectually curious about applying technology to business processes.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree.
• 2 - 4 years experience in AML or related investigations.
• Willingness to obtain necessary registrations and licenses.
• CAMS certification preferred.
• Experience at a Broker-Dealer is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic compliance environment.
• Engagement with cross-functional teams.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.