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Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering Operations

Job ID R.0051154 Date posted 03/10/2025 Worker type Regular Workplace flexibility Remote - Nationwide
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Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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As an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Operations Analyst, you will assist with the Company’s compliance with all regulatory requirements and guidelines relating to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), USA PATRIOT Act, other anti-money laundering program and Compliance organization requirements. You willbe responsible for executing BSA/AML, and Compliance program requirements which may include metric reporting, analytics, system configuration/development and statistical tuning.


What you will do:

  • Support threshold tuning for Suspicious Activity Monitoring system, including conducting detailed data analysis and below the line testing

  • Utilize SQL to write queries that enable data discovery and troubleshooting in the Empower architecture/data warehouse

  • Research and remain current on regulatory requirements and publications relevant to model risk to ensure model compliance and documentation

  • Establish and maintain daily, monthly, quarterly reporting for the AML program

  • Perform analytical research with a strong focus on AML/BSA, including the design, development, and implementation of information-based business solutions to enhance monitoring

  • Create and deliver AML program health reporting to the various boards, the Chief Compliance Officer and parent company Global AML and Compliance programs

  • Create and maintain risk metrics – defining KRI, KPI’s within the AML program, and communicating them effectively to our global program and risk teams

  • Create and maintain operational scorecards for the AML production teams which includes quality control and performance metrics

  • Continually enhance and automate metrics reporting across multiple business lines for the entire AML program


What you will bring:

  • Bachelor's degree or minimum 3-4 years of relevant field or financial crimes-related work experience (in lieu of a degree) required

  • Certified Anti- Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation or the expectation that candidates would obtain CAMS designation

  • AML and Fraud background

  • Process improvement-focused

  • Hands-on experience with Tableau, SQL, AWS Redshift, PowerBI, Power Automate, AML Monitoring Systems, and Microsoft Office Suite

What will set you apart:

  • Familiar with AML system tuning and analysis – includes EDD Risk Factors and SAM thresholds/rules

  • Familiar with reporting tools and reporting methodologies

  • Familiar with large data architectures and how to interact with AWS Redshift in order to troubleshoot AML system feeds, data quality and data issues.

  • Strong project management skills and perseverance in completing complex projects timely with high quality

  • Highly energetic, take ownership of self-professional development, and self-driven toward career goals

  • Multi-dimensional and adaptable team player, able to tackle various duties autonomously and solidly demonstrating initiative

  • Possess a robust level of strategic/critical thinking and willingness to identify issues, recommend, drive and implement solutions on a broad array of matters

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
  • Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
  • Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
  • Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.

Base Salary Range

$58,500.00 - $82,650.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

03-25-2025

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