Entry-Level Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst
This entry-level AML Analyst role offers a paid training program followed by a 12-month assignment supporting a major financial services client in Orlando. The position involves reviewing transactions, identifying suspicious activities, and ensuring regulatory compliance within a detail-oriented, analytical environment focused on financial crime prevention. Successful candidates may transition to a permanent role based on performance.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
This is an entry-level Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst opportunity supporting a Confidential Client in the Accounting & Finance industry. The role begins with a paid, remote 4‑week training program and transitions into a 12‑month client assignment based in Orlando, FL (Lake Nona area). Strong performers may be eligible for conversion to a full‑time role with the Confidential Client.
What You’ll Do
- Participate in a 4‑week, paid remote training program (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm ET)
- After training, work as an AML Analyst supporting the Confidential Client’s AML compliance engagement
- Review customer transactions and account activity for potential suspicious behavior
- Identify unusual or suspicious activity patterns and escalate appropriately
- Document investigative findings accurately and thoroughly
- Learn and use AML tools, processes, and compliance procedures
- Support financial institutions in meeting regulatory compliance obligations
- Work in a detail-oriented, analytical environment focused on preventing financial crime
Location & Work Arrangement
- Training: fully remote for the initial 4‑week paid training period
- After training: onsite 5 days per week in the Lake Nona area of Orlando, FL
- Candidates must be based in Orlando, FL or willing to relocate to Orlando after training
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (4‑year) required — major not specified
- No prior AML experience required
- Ability to pass the Confidential Client’s / Careertakes problem‑solving and logical reasoning assessment
- Willingness to work onsite 5 days/week after training (Lake Nona, Orlando)
- Ability to work approximately 45 hours per week (includes typical overtime)
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
Compensation
- During training: paid at applicable minimum wage for 40 hours/week
- After training:
- $24.00 per hour for a standard 40‑hour week
- $36.00 per hour overtime
- Estimated total pay in Year 1: $50,000–$54,000
- Typical schedules may include ~5 hours overtime per week
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4% of pay
- Paid sick time (up to 80 hours)
Additional Information
- The client assignment is expected to last approximately 12 months
- Strong performers may be eligible for conversion to a permanent role with the Confidential Client after the assignment
- As an hourly temporary assignment, paid holidays and PTO may not be included; pay is provided for hours worked
- Work and pay may be impacted during client shutdown periods, including year‑end holiday periods
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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