Financial Crime Analyst - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated professional Financial Crime Analyst to support our local Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and the Global Financial Crime (FC) Operations team in Milan. This role requires a candidate based within a commutable distance to Milan to assist with customer and transaction screening, monitoring, and other compliance-related tasks. You will play a key role in maintaining a strong AML compliance framework, working closely with stakeholders to align with the firm’s risk appetite, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices.

In Short

• Undertake AML investigations, i.e. SARS submissions to the FIU etc., within set SLAs
• Conduct account investigations, directed by the MLRO or HO Global FC Operations
• Assist with escalations of Adverse Media, PEPs and Sanctions screening alerts within set SLAs
• Undertake ongoing AML monitoring and EDD case review, SoF/SoW documentation, within set SLAs
• Assist and/or to conduct transaction testing, data validation, and ongoing customization of monitoring systems
• Review and contribute to compliance training materials for staff
• Participate in meetings with co-workers to identify gaps within current practices and regulatory requirements
• Provide assistance to the MLRO with ongoing projects and any ad hoc requests
• Attending the Milan office regularly (weekly) and as required for business needs.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Italian residency (you must be physically located in Italy).
• Advanced fluency in Italian and English (verbal and written).
• 2+ years working in a FinTech environment, ideally within the digital assets sector
• 2+ anti-Financial Crime/AML experience
• Strong KYC/AML background and investigations experience
• Experience with SAR reporting
• Strong attention to details and problem-solving skills
• Flexible, able to adjust to different activities
• CAMS, ICA or equivalent certificate is an advantage

Benefits

• 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Birthday and Service Anniversary off each year
• Enhanced leave allowances for family and sickness absence
• Paid Charity Day
• Flexible working hours and remote working (must be able to work in Milan office as needed)
• Annual Training Allowance
• Extensive opportunity to grow your career and professional development at an innovative FinTech