Compliance Analyst

About the role:

We are looking for a Compliance Analyst based in Mexico with strong English fluency to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and managing AML alerts and reviewing the KYB/KYC information of all new customers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic B2B environment, where you will focus on mitigating risk, optimizing compliance processes, and supporting the company’s broader compliance objectives. This position is ideal for someone with  experience in AML compliance, particularly in B2B transactions and KYB/KYC onboarding.

What you'll do:

• Identify and investigate potentially suspicious activity, as identified by Settle’s AML Transaction Monitoring System. 
• Review new business applications and validate customers’ KYB/KYC information by leveraging third-party vendors (Middesk, Socure).
• Perform and record comprehensive reviews of the pertinent activity in the internal case management tool.
• Perform due diligence reviews utilizing internal and third-party research tools (i.e. Google Searches, LexisNexis Bridger, Middesk).
• Meet or exceed quality, productivity, and timeliness goals.
• Handle any special projects assigned by the Compliance Manager

What you’ll need:

• 2-5 years of experience in AML Compliance, preferably working directly with AML alerts
• Experience reviewing international transactions 
• Strong understanding of KYB/KYC requirements (CIP, EIN, Articles of Incorporation, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of BSA/AML and Sanctions
• Excellent analytical skills, writing, and ability to assess complex transactions and determine and identify questionable transactions
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities 
• English fluency

Nice to have:

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) is a plus but not required.

Compensation:

This role has an annual starting salary of $24,000 USD + equity + benefits. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to your individual skills and experience.