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Serve as an AML Subject Matter Expert conducting complex investigations (cryptocurrency, human trafficking, terror financing, etc.), drive process improvements, mentor/train staff, collaborate with leadership and other teams, manage special projects and perform traditional investigative workload with high quality and production standards.
AML Sr Investigator II-SIU Subject Matter Expert (SME)
The Special Investigations Unit in the AML Department performs specialized investigations to assess risks presented in particular circumstances. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) will work closely with key stakeholders in the SIU and outside of the SIU when required, including senior management and established people leaders, to foster increased collaboration, improve processes and procedures, assist in team development and learning, and provide general support within a designated workstream and across the SIU.
Responsibilities Include:
Qualities Desired:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
Chicago, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Plano, TX: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Riverwoods, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Wilmington, DE: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
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 (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at [email protected] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to [email protected]
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
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).
The Special Investigations Unit in the AML Department performs specialized investigations to assess risks presented in particular circumstances. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) will work closely with key stakeholders in the SIU and outside of the SIU when required, including senior management and established people leaders, to foster increased collaboration, improve processes and procedures, assist in team development and learning, and provide general support within a designated workstream and across the SIU.
Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting investigations into high-risk typologies and high-risk and complex business industries and product types (including but not limited to cryptocurrency, securities, human trafficking, terror financing, trade based money laundering, etc).
- 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;
- Conducting assigned investigations, including traditional queue work as needed, while maintaining high standards of production and quality
Qualities Desired:
- A critical thinker who is able to identify enhancements and opportunities and develop and execute strong solutions, while fostering collaboration and teamwork among multiple individuals and workstreams.
- A proficient communicator who can move seamlessly between oral and written communication and is able to tailor presentations to the audience.
- An organized individual who prioritizes tasks appropriately, identifies and observes deadlines, and can manage multiple responsibilities at once.
- A strong leader who understands the value of building consensus.
- A driven investigator with a strong understanding of AML risk, management practices, and regulatory requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
- At least 3 years of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) investigative experience filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
- At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite
- At least 1 year of experience facilitating intructor led training
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4+years of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) investigative experience filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
- 2+ years of experience investigating complex cases involving high-risk customers or typologies
- Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Financial Crimes Investigator (CFCI), or other relevant certification(s) or industry-related association membership
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
Chicago, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Plano, TX: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Riverwoods, IL: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Wilmington, DE: $87,700 - $100,100 for AML Sr. Investigator II
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
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 (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 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.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at [email protected] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to [email protected]
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
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).
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