AML/KYC Investigator

We are looking for a diligent AML/KYC Investigator to join a Contract position supporting financial crime compliance activities in Cleveland, Ohio. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can assess alerts with sound judgment, interpret risk indicators, and produce clear investigative documentation. The role focuses on frontline review work, helping identify unusual activity and supporting timely escalation decisions within a regulated environment.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct initial reviews of transaction and customer alerts to identify unusual patterns or potential financial crime concerns.
• Evaluate available information, apply risk-based thinking, and decide when matters should be advanced for deeper investigation.
• Support the identification of cases that may warrant suspicious activity reporting by gathering relevant facts and summarizing findings.
• Examine account activity, customer data, and related records to develop accurate and well-supported investigative conclusions.
• Prepare concise, organized case notes and maintain documentation that meets internal compliance standards and regulatory expectations.
• Perform research using available systems and data sources to strengthen alert disposition and investigative outcomes.
• Work in alignment with AML, KYC, and broader compliance requirements while following established review procedures.
• Contribute to fraud and financial crime detection efforts by recognizing red flags tied to credit card misuse, suspicious behavior, and other risk indicators.• At least 1 year of experience in AML, KYC, risk, compliance, fraud review, or financial crimes investigations.
• A minimum of 3 years of overall business or functional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Practical understanding of AML and KYC regulations, controls, and compliance expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with data to support reviews and investigations.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities with sound decision-making skills.
• Effective written communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly and accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage assigned work independently.