Senior Monitoring Specialist
About the Client Our client is an international payment and banking services provider, specializing in card acquiring, multi-currency IBANs, global bank transfers, card payouts, and currency exchange. With a focus on online businesses, regulated industries like iGaming and Forex, and fintechs, they offer seamless API integration and a unified dashboard for efficient payment and fund management. They serve customers worldwide through their comprehensive platform. Role Overview Step into a pivotal role as a Senior AML & Monitoring Officer where you will have the opportunity to impact compliance processes in a scaling fintech environment. This role offers the chance to apply your expertise in AML and transaction monitoring to protect and optimize banking services. The position operates on a hybrid model, based in Latvia, Lithuania, or Bulgaria, offering the flexibility to work across borders.
Key Responsibilities
Own and manage transaction monitoring processes for banking services clients. Conduct transaction monitoring, alert reviews, investigations, and risk assessments independently. Analyze complex transaction patterns and identify suspicious activities. Prepare high-quality escalation summaries, SAR/STR reports, and internal recommendations. Enhance monitoring efficiency by optimizing rules and scenarios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align risk management practices. Maintain high-quality documentation aligned with regulatory standards. Serve as a subject matter expert on AML risks related to banking products. Requirements 3+ years of experience in AML, transaction monitoring, or financial crime within fintech, banking, or payments. Strong understanding of banking products, payment flows, AML/CFT regulations, and transaction monitoring methodologies. Proven ability to manage complex investigations and high-risk cases independently. Experience with SAR/STR preparation and regulatory reporting standards. Languages: English. Key Soft Skills Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills Excellent problem-solving skills. Strong ownership mentality with exceptional attention to detail.
What We Offer
Competitive salary aligned with experience. Collaborative and transparent team culture. High-impact role in a scaling fintech company. Recognition of personal milestones and achievements. Social benefits.