Job Description
Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?
Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
We are looking for an AML Compliance Analyst to support the execution and enhancement of the firm’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and financial crime compliance framework. This role will focus on transaction monitoring, alert investigation, risk assessment, and regulatory analysis, ensuring alignment with internal policies and global regulatory requirements.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, International Relations, or a related field
Equivalent relevant work experience will also be considered
Certifications
CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent certification in progress preferred
Required Experience
Experience in:
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance
Financial crime investigations
Regulatory risk or compliance roles
Functional Skills & Expertise
Working knowledge of:
AML regulations, including:
Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
AML transaction monitoring processes and typologies
AML model governance and validation frameworks
AML risk assessment methodologies and scoring
Global regulatory frameworks (e.g., FATF, EU AML Directives, FinCEN)
Hands-on experience with:
Transaction monitoring systems
Alert investigation processes
Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) drafting and escalation
Familiarity with:
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes and controls
Interpretation of regulatory guidance and internal compliance policies
Key Responsibilities
Analyze customer profiles and transactional activity to identify potential financial crime risks
Review escalated alerts and provide recommendations for further investigation or closure
Support the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when applicable
Interpret regulatory updates and assess their impact on internal AML frameworks
Evaluate product and service risk exposure in line with AML policies
Prepare clear and concise summaries of findings for internal stakeholders and compliance committees
Core Competencies
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Analytical and critical thinking with the ability to evaluate multiple solutions
Sound judgment and attention to detail
Continuous improvement mindset and adaptability
Resilience, optimism, and openness to feedback
Ability to leverage technology and tools efficiently
Collaborative and inclusive approach to teamwork
High level of integrity and ethical standards