[Remote] Sanctions Investigator at Mercury

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedVisa

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Requirements

Experience or academic knowledge of OFAC, foreign sanctions such as EU/UN, PEP, Adverse Media, and other AML Watch List types
Some product sense and knowledge of banking products such as ACH, International Wires, SWIFT, checks, and debit cards
Highly motivated self-starter, comfortable working within a high-risk environment under minimal supervision
Accountability for the accuracy of information gathered while maintaining quality control standards
Ability to write with clarity and purpose
Ability to manage relationships with external parties with confidence and kindness
Passion for problem solving and making teams, products, and processes more efficient
Experience with LexisNexis Bridger and Firco Continuity (preferred)

Responsibilities

Minimize Mercury’s sanctions exposure and reputational risk through the review and adjudication of sanctions, PEP, and Adverse Media alerts
Escalate potentially suspicious and/or fraudulent activity to the AML Investigations or Fraud Teams for further review
Respond to sanctions support requests in the mailbox and Slack channels
Document rationale for alert decisions with supporting documentation
Identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary volumes through false positive rule proposals
Remain up to date on sanctions regulations and procedures
Maintain a positive customer experience while mitigating any potential risk to Mercury

Skills

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$146.8MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision

Custom equipment setup

401(K) matching

12+ weeks paid parental leave

Book budget

Wellness benefits

Grocery budget

Paid lunch

Personalized callsign

Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.

Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.

Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.

The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.

Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.

The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.

Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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