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, Financial Services.

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

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Tier 1 AML Analyst to join an onsite Financial Services operations team in Oak Brook Mall, IL. This long-term contract role is ideal for early-career candidates who want hands-on AML/KYC experience and exposure to compliance operations.

• Review customer and account records to identify potential AML/KYC concerns via first-level analysis
• Examine documentation for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to compliance standards
• Use Microsoft Excel and other tools to organize data, track case activity, and maintain clear records
• Escalate unusual findings or higher-risk items to senior investigators for deeper review
• Complete assigned reviews within expected turnaround times and quality standards
• Maintain accurate case documentation and rationale in internal systems
• Collaborate with compliance and operations partners to gather missing information and close cases

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Management, Economics, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with structured data
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures consistently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and working with teammates
• Ability to work onsite daily in Oak Brook Mall, IL
• Entry-level candidates encouraged; prior AML, KYC, compliance, or financial services exposure is a plus

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $72,244 per year (estimated)
• Contract benefits may be available, including medical, vision, dental, and life/disability coverage (benefits depend on engagement type)
• Opportunity to gain structured, practical experience in AML/KYC processes with mentorship from experienced compliance professionals

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Why This Role?

• Build a foundation in financial crime detection and KYC operations within a structured onsite environment
• Work with experienced investigators and operational teams to learn escalation pathways and documentation best practices
• Great role for entry-level candidates seeking a compliance-focused career path

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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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