BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMAN AML Compliance Analyst - Transaction Monitoring Salary in the United States

AML Compliance Analyst

At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can.  Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.

If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you

Join us as an AML Compliance Analyst

Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting AML Compliance Analyst to join our Compliance team.  In this role you will be responsible for conducting internal reviews of possible violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act or securities regulations and all matters related to potential money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud and inappropriate securities activity. Conducts transaction reviews of clients, quality assurances for account approvals and onboarding due diligence and make recommendations for appropriate disposition, which are supported by factual evidence and analysis, to Manager.  Support senior staff in performing various global AML surveillance and monitoring and reporting of suspicious activity.

Some of your key responsibilities include:  

• Reviews monthly and daily transaction alerts; 
• Conducts real-time transaction monitoring for interdicted names;
• Liaise with Increased Risk Review Team in Poland on transaction reviews, client information updates and escalations;
• Regularly updates and ensures accuracy of all tracking logs;
• Supports senior staff in responding to regulatory and internal audit requests, as well as ad-hoc transaction reviews;
• Conducts User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements and documents work product;
• Masters both proprietary and vendor-based systems to help identify solutions to surveillance issues that may arise in day to day activity
• Actively participates in the annual AML risk assessment by testing adherence to the AML policy and procedures by the LOBs;
• Ensures timely completion of all mandatory training requirements;
• Keeps abreast of regulatory changes and news.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree. Finance, Economics or Business degrees preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of transaction monitoring compliance experience
• Strong organizational and analytical skills. 
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Capable of executing a range of relatively complex tasks and analysis
• Working knowledge of Actimize or similar trade surveillance monitoring system preferred
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of securities markets, a plus

What We Offer:

• A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can
• Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world
• Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm
• A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective
• High-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind
• Rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others

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