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WiseFinCrime Investigator - AML Investigations
Wise is an organization that pioneers international money transfers and multi-currency banking platforms for users globally. The company is hiring a FinCrime Investigator to join its…
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Wise is an organization that pioneers international money transfers and multi-currency banking platforms for users globally. The company is hiring a FinCrime Investigator to join its Anti-Money Laundering Investigations team located in Budapest on an on-site basis. This full-time role focuses on safeguarding customers and the business by reviewing alerts, examining financial activity, and handling suspicious transactions. This position suits individuals with a proactive attitude who want to specialize in…
Job Description
Wise is an organization that pioneers international money transfers and multi-currency banking platforms for users globally. The company is hiring a FinCrime Investigator to join its Anti-Money Laundering Investigations team located in Budapest on an on-site basis. This full-time role focuses on safeguarding customers and the business by reviewing alerts, examining financial activity, and handling suspicious transactions.
This position suits individuals with a proactive attitude who want to specialize in anti-money laundering and build a career in financial crime compliance. Selected candidates will manage individual cases, collaborate with product developers to enhance compliance quality, and complete various ad hoc responsibilities as needed.
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and an English cover letter detailing their interest in the role and the anti-money laundering department. Submissions must also include salary expectations, notice period, and residency status in Hungary, as visa or relocation sponsorship is not provided for this office.
Responsibilities
- Review alerted accounts using internal and external information sources
- Evaluate actual transaction activity and payment behaviors
- Gather additional supporting information to address money laundering and terrorist financing risks
- Request and review supporting documentation when necessary
- Manage individual investigations and escalate suspicious actions according to internal guidelines
- Engage in feedback loops with product and developer teams to enhance compliance quality
- Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned
Requirements
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English to produce accurate professional reports and summaries
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct thorough, objective investigations and interpret complex data
- Show exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented capabilities
- Maintain strong documentation practices to present complex details clearly for internal and external audiences
- Work independently and make decisions within established guidelines
- Display strong organizational skills to multitask and manage time effectively
- Be willing to work flexible hours including shifts, weekends, and public holidays
- Submit a curriculum vitae and an English cover letter detailing interest in the role and the anti-money laundering team
- Provide salary expectations, notice period, and Hungarian residency status in the application message
- Hold legal residency in Hungary without requiring visa or relocation support
Qualifications
- Bring prior experience in operations, compliance, or a related field
- Have exposure to financial crime or anti-money laundering processes
- Possess proficiency in additional languages beyond English
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this role remote or on-site?
This role is on-site at the Wise office in Budapest.
Does Wise provide visa or relocation support for this position?
No, the posting states that visa or relocation support is not provided for applicants to the Budapest office.
What documents are required to apply?
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter written in English that explains their interest in the role and the anti-money laundering team.
What details must be included in the application message?
Candidates must include their salary expectations, notice period, and residency status in Hungary within the message to the hiring team.
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