Analyst, Transaction Monitoring

📋 Description

• • Join Airwallex, a leading global financial platform, as an Analyst in Transaction Monitoring and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our operations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• • In this dynamic hybrid role, based in São Paulo, Brazil, you will be instrumental in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks, contributing directly to a secure and seamless experience for our rapidly growing global customer base.
• • You will be part of the Operations team, a critical function at Airwallex dedicated to optimizing workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, and upholding the highest standards of service delivery.
• • Our team's mission is to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of Airwallex's services and processes, directly supporting the company's ambitious growth trajectory and its overarching mission to empower businesses worldwide.
• • As an Analyst, Transaction Monitoring, your primary responsibility will be to meticulously review, analyze, and disposition a high volume of transaction monitoring alerts, applying independent and professional judgment to each case.
• • This involves conducting in-depth transaction and customer reviews to detect potential instances of money laundering, fraud, or other illicit financial activities.
• • You will delve into the intricacies of fund flows, analyze counterparties, and scrutinize transaction behaviors to identify suspicious patterns.
• • A key aspect of your role will be to clearly and concisely document all investigative findings and the rationale behind your decisions within our case management system, ensuring a robust audit trail.
• • For higher-risk or particularly complex cases, you will be responsible for escalating these to senior team members or relevant departments, providing comprehensive summaries and well-supported analyses.
• • The role also encompasses performing holistic reviews for post-transaction monitoring alerts when specific circumstances necessitate a broader investigation.
• • You will actively support internal escalations and respond to external requests, such as Requests for Information (RFIs), demonstrating your ability to collaborate effectively across different functions.
• • Maintaining strict adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and upholding rigorous quality standards will be paramount, especially in our high-volume operational environment.
• • Beyond reactive investigation, you will proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, control enhancements, and overall advancements in investigation quality, contributing to the continuous evolution of our financial crime prevention strategies.
• • This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a talented, globally distributed team, contributing to the future of global banking and payments.
• • You will gain exposure to a wide range of financial crime typologies and develop a deep understanding of regulatory expectations within the fintech and payments industry.
• • The role demands a proactive and analytical mindset, with a strong commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• • You will be empowered to make critical decisions that directly impact the security and trustworthiness of Airwallex's platform.
• • Collaborating with partners across Compliance, Commercial, and Product teams will be essential, fostering a cross-functional approach to risk management.
• • This is an exciting chance to grow your career within a fast-paced, innovative, and rapidly expanding global fintech company.
• • You will be at the forefront of combating financial crime, making a tangible difference in protecting both Airwallex and its customers.
• • The São Paulo office provides a vibrant and collaborative work environment, fostering professional development and team synergy.
• • Embrace the opportunity to leverage your expertise in a role that is both challenging and rewarding, contributing to Airwallex's mission of building the future of global financial infrastructure.