AML Associate (Client Due Diligence) at Shift5

Valletta, Malta

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinTech, Payments, CommerceIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience in AML, KYC, or related compliance role
Diploma or degree in a related field
Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of independent decision-making
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines
Fluent in written and spoken English

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing monitoring, KYC, AML, and fraud checks across all merchant accounts, ensuring alignment with internal policies and regulatory standards
Check all actions carried out at onboarding and reevaluate, using tools such as Company Watch, Webshield, World Check, and Salesforce
Approve payments and support transaction monitoring activities to maintain operational continuity
Step in to support team processes as needed to meet business objectives
Ensure compliance with EU and local AML legislation, including FIAU Implementing Procedures, PMLFTR, and PMLA
Maintain adherence to third-party authority and card scheme requirements (Visa, MasterCard)
Escalate gaps, deficiencies, or risks to the MLRO or governance structures in a timely and structured manner
Ensure SLA adherence and quality standards across all operational activities
Liaise with internal teams (Fraud, Risk, Underwriting, Legal, Operations, Payments, Treasury, Finance) to ensure process alignment and escalation management
Maintain professional communication with external stakeholders including banks, card schemes, and service providers
Document all AML activities thoroughly for audit and operational transparency

Skills

KYC

AML

Fraud Monitoring

Transaction Monitoring

Company Watch

Webshield

World Check

Salesforce

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Shift5

Observability platform for operational technology

About Shift5

Shift5 offers an observability platform that focuses on cybersecurity and data analytics for operational technology (OT) in defense and transportation sectors. The platform collects and analyzes data from onboard systems, such as buses and weapon systems, and is protocol-agnostic, allowing it to adapt to various data communication protocols. By providing real-time insights, Shift5 helps clients improve safety, maintenance scheduling, and threat detection. The company's goal is to enable better decision-making to enhance the reliability and performance of their fleets.

Kansas City, MissouriHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$104.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Risks

Emerging OT cybersecurity startups could threaten Shift5's market share.

Rapid evolution of cyber threats may outpace Shift5's technological capabilities.

Economic downturns could lead to reduced budgets for cybersecurity solutions.

Differentiation

Shift5 offers a protocol-agnostic platform adaptable to any data communication protocol.

The company provides real-time, data-driven insights for defense and transportation sectors.

Shift5's platform enhances safety, availability, and resilience of operational technology assets.

Upsides

Growing demand for cybersecurity in transportation due to rising cyber threats.

Increased interest in predictive maintenance technologies to reduce costs and improve reliability.

U.S. Department of Defense's focus on cybersecurity presents opportunities for Shift5.

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