AML Analytics Consultant
At a glance
Mid-level Risk & Financial Compliance role at Capitex. Remote, United Kingdom · contract.
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What you'll do
- Review clients’ AML systems, analytics tools and monitoring models to identify where they can work better
- Build, refine and test transaction-monitoring rules with SQL and data analysis
- Process large datasets to find suspicious patterns and unusual behavior
- Help create dashboards and visual reports that make AML findings clear
- Turn regulatory and risk needs into data solutions, then document findings for technical and non-technical audiences
What you bring
- You have hands-on experience analyzing AML or financial crime data, ideally in consulting or a large financial institution
- You can use SQL confidently and work with large datasets drawn from multiple systems
- You understand AML regulations, common typologies and relevant industry standards
Who this fits
This contract consulting role suits an independent, client-facing professional who can work through complex data problems and communicate with varied stakeholders. The engagement is expected to last six to twelve months, with a possible extension. The role is described as hybrid or remote, with a global client base.
From the employer
Job Title: AML Analytics Consultant (Contractor)
Location: Hybrid / Remote (Global Client Base)
Engagement Type: Contract / Consultancy
Duration: 6-12 months (with potential extension)
Rate: Competitive (based on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced AML Analytics Consultant with strong SQL and data analytics capabilities to join a global consulting firm. In this role, you will work alongside high-profile financial institutions, supporting them in the design, development, and optimization of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) analytics and data-driven solutions.
This is an exciting opportunity for a contractor or independent consultant with hands-on experience in AML analytics, a solid grasp of financial crime compliance, and a deep understanding of data manipulation and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with client teams to assess existing AML systems, analytics tools, and monitoring models.
- Develop, optimize, and test transaction monitoring rules using SQL and data analytics tools.
- Extract, transform, and analyze large datasets to detect suspicious patterns or unusual behavior.
- Assist in the development of dashboards, reporting tools, and data visualizations to present key AML insights.
- Translate regulatory and risk requirements into technical data solutions.
- Provide advisory support on AML system tuning, calibration, and effectiveness reviews.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including compliance, risk, IT, and business units.
- Deliver clear documentation and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in AML/Financial Crime analytics, ideally within consulting or large financial institutions.
- Strong SQL skills and experience handling large datasets across multiple systems.
- Proficiency in tools such as Python, R, SAS, or similar (desirable but not required).
- Experience with transaction monitoring systems (Actimize, FICO, SAS AML, etc.) is a plus.
- Deep understanding of AML regulations, typologies, and industry standards.
- Strong analytical thinking with the ability to solve complex problems using data.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
- Certifications in AML (e.g., CAMS) or related compliance frameworks are advantageous.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with globally recognized financial institutions.
- A dynamic and collaborative consulting environment.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Exposure to innovative AML technologies and strategic projects.
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