Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

About the Role :

This position is ideal for a compliance professional with a strong background in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing regulations, especially within the Brazilian market. The role involves working in a fast-paced, regulated environment, providing critical support to uphold the integrity of the company’s compliance program. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in monitoring financial activity, investigating suspicious behavior, and ensuring regulatory obligations are met through collaboration with internal teams and regulatory bodies.

Main Responsibilities :

• Investigate transaction monitoring alerts to identify unusual or suspicious activity.
• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), along with risk assessments for clients.
• Validate and verify client documentation and Know Your Customer (KYC) data.
• Ensure all AML / CFT policies and procedures are properly followed and documented to demonstrate compliance with Brazilian regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AML / CFT procedures effectively across the business.
• Coordinate compliance initiatives related to new products, services, and internal operational processes.
• Monitor changes in Brazilian AML / CFT legislation and ensure ongoing alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Prepare and escalate Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the MLRO and maintain supporting documentation.
• Participate in audits and liaise with both internal and external auditors as needed.
• Assist with regulatory reporting obligations and ensure timely submissions to relevant authorities.
• Support crisis management and incident response efforts involving compliance violations.
• Deliver or contribute to AML / CFT training programs for internal teams.
• Address internal inquiries related to compliance procedures and AML / CFT standards.
• Continuously improve transaction monitoring rules and other AML triggers.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the AML / CFT program.

Desired Experience :

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in compliance, AML / CFT, or audit within a regulated environment.

Strong command of English, both written and spoken.

Practical knowledge of the Brazilian AML / CFT regulatory landscape and experience applying it in a corporate setting.

Experience preparing documentation for audits and regulatory reporting.

Proficient in using tools like Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive), Slack, Airtable, and Intercom.

Experience interacting with auditors or regulators is a plus.

Knowledge of the sports betting or online gambling industry is considered beneficial

Highly analytical, detail-focused, and capable of working proactively and independently.