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, a technology-enabled managed services firm specializing in financial crime compliance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

This is a remote, contract opportunity for an Entry-Level Financial Crimes Investigator supporting a Confidential Client. No prior AML experience is required — full paid training is provided. You will review transactions, identify suspicious activity, support Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, and produce clear written findings while working within established policies and timeframes.

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Work arrangement & schedule

This is a work-from-home position. Employees must perform work from their designated home workspace (not temporary or shared locations).

• Company-provided virtual training (first three weeks): Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM ET. Full attendance and active participation required.
• Core hours after training: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time (subject to operational needs).

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Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor transactional activity to detect potential suspicious activity.
• Verify client identities and assess relationships with financial institutions for KYC.
• Interpret and apply client operating policies related to financial data.
• Identify anomalies and red flags for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and sanctions violations; escalate for second-level review when required.
• Prepare concise, well-organized reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other technology tools to analyze and document results.
• Adhere to designated timeframes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Submit work for internal quality control review and incorporate feedback.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, client requirements, and company policies related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML).

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Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; quick learner.
• Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Office tools.
• Ability to work independently, accept feedback, and identify improvements.
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, filtering, sorting) and research skills are a plus.

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Compensation & benefits

• $40,000 base salary, increasing to $42,000 after a 90-day probationary period upon meeting performance expectations.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Defined contribution retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays (in accordance with local law).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative environment with global exposure.

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Important hiring notes

• Employment type: Contract (remote / telecommute).
• The Confidential Client will not consider applicants requiring employment immigration sponsorship (including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1, H‑1B, O‑1, E‑3, TN, or similar).
• AI Screening Notice: AI tools may be used to assist with candidate screening, but final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
• Recruitment scam alert: Official communications will come from the Confidential Client’s corporate email domain. Do not provide money or sensitive personal information in response to unsolicited offers.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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