FinCrime Operations Analyst - AML Investigations Team

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We’re looking for an AML Analyst  to join our growing AML Investigations team in Budapest, Hungary. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission, grow as a specialist in anti-money laundering and help save millions of more people money.

Your mission: 

As a FinCrime Operations Analyst in AML Investigations, you will support the day-to-day processes that help protect Wise and its customers from financial crime. You will review and resolve AML support tasks, prioritise cases, and ensure that urgent or higher-risk matters are escalated accurately and on time.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop foundational expertise in AML operations and investigations while gaining hands-on experience in case assessment, customer support, risk-based decision-making, and escalation management.

Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the AML Investigation team: 

• Supporting AML investigation workflows by reviewing and resolving day-to-day operational cases, including:

• Workflow appeals

• Suspended transfers

• General Zendesk inbox cases

• AML support bot tickets

• Priority Zendesk cases and urgent escalations

In the "Message to the Hiring Team" section, please include:

• Your salary expectations
• Your notice period
• Your residency status in Hungary (we are not providing visa or relocation support for applicants to our Budapest office at this time.)

About you: 

• You’re eligible to work in Hungary;

• Your spoken and written English proficiency is at an advanced (C1) level.

• You have an exceptionally inquisitive mind. You are always looking out for more information where available, however, you are able to cut through the noise;

• You have a great eye for detail. You are meticulous and can look at information with factual precision;

• You have exceptional logical thinking. You are naturally able to interpret data and draw logical conclusions;

• You have great communication skills, both written and verbal. You are able to express your thoughts concisely and logically;

• You’re able to articulate and justify your decisions. You are confident and comfortable making independent judgement calls;

• You’re able to work under pressure. You can multitask efficiently and take responsibility in challenging situations;

• You’re curious, keen to learn and proactive by nature;

• You’re a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects;

• You’re open to and value feedback in order to improve;

• Basic understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and practices.

Role Timeline:

This position remains open until we have identified sufficient strong candidates. 

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