Senior Financial Crime Risk Management Analyst, KYC High Risk Reviews

Posted 2026-05-06

Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Perform second line Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for high-risk customers
Identify, assess, and mitigate financial crime risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Provide expert recommendations on complex matters
Execute enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews for high-risk customers at onboarding, periodic review, and event-driven reviews
Review customer risk factors/indicators and assess the identified customer risk
Document the assessment and provide recommendations based on the analysis
Evaluate and assess customers' source of funds, business activities, ownership structures, and other risk factors
Analyze customer transactional activity to determine alignment with the customer KYC profile
Engage with the 1st line of defense on the outcomes of EDD reviews
Ensure adherence to AML regulations, BSA, OFAC, and other applicable laws
Identify trends and emerging risks in high-risk customer profiles and recommend controls or mitigation measures
Prepare detailed EDD risk assessment narratives and provide risk recommendations

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Criminal Justice, or related field
Advanced certifications such as CAMS or equivalent are strongly preferred
5+ years of experience in KYC, EDD, or AML within a financial institution
Demonstrated expertise in high-risk customer reviews and regulatory compliance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in AML software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to exercise significant discretion and independent judgment in assessing and managing risks
Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks and deliver results under tight deadlines
Demonstrated leadership or project management experience preferred