AML Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Analyst

Position

Interactive Brokers Group has been consistently at the forefront of trading innovation, starting with the invention of the first floor-based handheld computer in 1983. We pride ourselves on being primarily a technology company and challenging the status quo. We push boundaries to offer our clients the best trading platform with the most sophisticated features at the lowest cost. Software development is the lifeblood of our firm, and it shows in our stellar brokerage platform. Interactive Brokers is regularly recognized as a leader in the financial services industry.

Interactive Brokers Group is looking to hire a compliance professional to work with a team of AML professionals who will conduct ongoing surveillance and investigations of client activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate as part of a team of AML professionals conducting ongoing surveillance and investigations on client activities, where applicable, supporting management with filing reports with local law enforcement and regulators.
• Become proficient with the firm's case management tool, IBKR360, to ensure that all monitoring and reporting activities are effectively documented in compliance with internal standards and regulatory expectations.
• Execute reviews of client profiles and activity history to determine whether there is a reasonable and appropriate rationale for the identified transaction(s).
• Document concise and consistent risk-based rationale for alert/investigation conclusions in line with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform work within the established timeframes and meet standards for Quality Assurance and Key Performance Indicator benchmarks.
• Assist in responding to queries/addressing escalations received from the 1LOD and in developing and implementing work paper templates, documentation standards, and processes for knowledge sharing across regional teams.
• Where required, assist management in responding to external requests for information resulting from FIU activities and other ad hoc obligations (e.g., collate MI Dashboards, support completion of any program assessments and process enhancements, etc.).
• Communicating and working closely with regional surveillance partners and business stakeholders to enable the effective exchange of information needed to facilitate a consistent risk-based approach across Interactive Brokers' multiple markets and operating entities.
• Provide ongoing support to develop policies and procedures, execute Quality Assurance, and facilitate escalations and feedback.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or accounting preferred or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or similar Compliance diploma or accreditation
• At least 2+ years' experience in transaction monitoring for financial crimes, particularly concerning domestic and international payment activities, preferably gained at a large broker or other financial institution with a European client base or an EU regulator.
• Experience identifying red flags/typologies associated with financial crimes; experience using SQL (or similar) to query relevant activity is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of local regulations and European Directives about documenting risk-based decisions and conclusions regarding potentially suspicious activity
• Proven analytical skills, strong attention to detail and direct experience escalating high-risk issues to management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a small team and independently.

Company Benefits & Perks

• Discretionary annual bonus (cash and stock)
• Private healthcare insurance
• Free recreational pass (AYCM XL package)
• Daily food allowance in the office
• Monthly BKK pass
• Hybrid way of working (2 days home office/week)
• Modern office in the heart of Budapest with free amenities
• Great atmosphere with friendly and exceptional colleagues and frequent company outings

*The benefits package will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to change.