Analyst 2, Financial Crime Compliance at Checkout.com

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial Services, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely
  • Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound judgments under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Transaction Monitoring: Conduct comprehensive analysis of complex transaction monitoring alerts to identify potentially suspicious activity, applying a strong knowledge of money laundering red flags and AML risk typologies
  • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): Perform and document enhanced due diligence on new and existing high-risk customers. Thoroughly investigate customers against sanctions lists, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and adverse media, providing a clear risk assessment
  • Case Disposition and Reporting: Manage an assigned caseload from initial detection to resolution. Document investigative findings with clarity and precision, articulating a rationale for escalating cases for potential Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) filing or closing cases with no suspicious activity
  • Risk Identification: Proactively identify and analyze emerging financial crime typologies and trends, contributing to the enhancement of the team's detection scenarios and control framework

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AMLCTFSanctionsTransaction MonitoringEnhanced Due DiligenceEDDMoney LaunderingRisk TypologiesPEP Screening

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What skills are required for the Financial Crime Compliance Analyst II role?

The role requires strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound judgments under pressure.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive transaction monitoring analysis, performing enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers, managing caseloads from detection to resolution with clear documentation, and proactively identifying emerging financial crime trends.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture look like at Checkout.com?

The company culture supports high performers to thrive, with fast-moving, performance-obsessed teams driven by continuous improvement, and emphasizes bringing all of you to work in a global environment with London as HQ.

Checkout.com

High-performance payments platform for enterprises

About Checkout.com

Checkout.com provides a payments platform that helps businesses process payments, send payouts, and manage card programs. The platform is designed for large enterprises and growing businesses, allowing them to handle high volumes of transactions quickly and reliably. It integrates with clients' existing systems and offers a range of payment services, generating revenue through transaction fees and subscriptions. Unlike many competitors, Checkout.com focuses on providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that supports the financial operations of its clients across the globe. The goal of Checkout.com is to streamline payment processes and enhance the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,780.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Work-life balance - Flexible working and plenty of time off to unwind. We’ll even give you your birthday off.
Recognition - Peer recognition program and quarterly Hero Awards. We celebrate success together.
Career development - Tailored career development and learning pathways. We’ll help you unlock your potential.
Celebrating diversity - Internal community groups and cultural events. We celebrate our differences.
Staying healthy - A global wellness programme and private health insurance. We support your wellbeing.
Security for the future - Comprehensive plans for you and your loved ones. We’ll take care of you.
Giving back - Employee-led community outreach, payroll giving and a volunteering day. We care about your causes.

Risks

Checkout.com faces increased competition from emerging fintech startups.
Economic instability in the UK and EU may impact Checkout.com's revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy could increase compliance costs.

Differentiation

Checkout.com offers payments in over 150 currencies with in-country acquiring.
The platform integrates fraud filters and reporting through a single API.
Checkout.com supports major international cards and local payment methods.

Upsides

Checkout.com is expanding in Japan, enhancing its global presence.
The partnership with Zing increases digital payment methods and product growth.
Checkout.com launched Octopus for online payments, a first for global PSPs.

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