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Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Sr. Investigator II

AT Capital One
Capital One

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Sr. Investigator II

Wilmington, DE

Center 2 (19050), United States of America, McLean, Virginia

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Sr. Investigator II

The Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions program is a core risk function within Capital One's Corporate Compliance Department. This Group serves as a second line of defense and operates certain first line of defense controls for Capital One's Lines of Business. Capital One has a highly motivated, mission-driven AML and Sanctions team focused on enabling rigorous, nimble, and sustainable risk management.

The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Senior Investigator, Proactive Investigations, leads and conducts complex suspicious activity investigations to detect and report financial crime. The associate will work closely with AML Process Managers, analytics and modeling partners, and other investigative teams to perform critical functions.

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Responsibilities Include:

  • Identifying process and procedural improvements, proposing potential solutions, and owning/managing the execution of ideas
  • Collaborating with investigators and people leaders on complex investigations and/or special projects, often functioning in a leadership capacity
  • Serving as a "go-to" for leadership and investigators, helping to manage questions and other various needs of the workstream.
  • Organizing training and mentorship opportunities by maintaining a sound working knowledge of applicable processes and procedures, participating in meetings, developing training materials, and leading sessions.
  • Assisting management with additional team responsibilities, including hosting meetings, queue management, conducting reviews, and serving as team leaders
  • Partnering with other workstreams and departments to increase awareness, promote collaboration, and assess impacts;
  • Conduct complex financial investigations

Qualities Desired:

  • Strong analytical writing and communication skills
  • Strong financial investigative and network analysis skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent research skills including experience with online search tools
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to Travel

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
  • At least 2 years of investigative experience, or at least 2 years of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) experience within financial services or at least 2 years of risk experience or at least 2 years of compliance experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5 years of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) experience within the financial services industry
  • 2 years of people management experience
  • 2 years of Google Suite experience
  • 1 year of process management experience
  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification

At this time Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

Client-provided location(s): Wilmington, DE, USA; Richmond, VA, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: capital-R197327
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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