AML Associate Chicago, IL

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The Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) Associate at Ninja Trader will play a critical role in overseeing the effective implementation and enforcement of the firm’s Anti‑Money Laundering Program. This individual will be responsible for monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting investigations into suspicious activities, and ensuring the firm adheres to best practices in AML compliance including Sanctions Screening and Fraud Detection/Investigation. In addition, the AML Associate will support the broader compliance team in managing and enhancing other key regulatory programs, helping maintain the firm’s commitment to a robust and proactive compliance culture.

• Conduct AML assessments, including transaction reviews, enhanced due diligence (EDD), and customer activity analysis to identify and escalated unusual or suspicious patterns
• Investigate potential matches against sanctions lists, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), adverse media, and internal watchlists, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Conduct Transaction Monitoring reviews and investigations, taking appropriate actions based on findings
• Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for new clients and conduct periodic compliance reviews to ensure regulatory adherence
• Enhance and maintain surveillance programs, internal controls, and watchlists to detect regulatory violations and meet evolving compliance standards
• Contribute to the updates and implementation of AML policies, procedures, and internal controls in alignment with regulatory changes and best practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve compliance issues, mitigating risks and aligning operations with legal obligations
• Oversee internal control systems to ensure effectiveness in identifying and managing risks related to money laundering and financial crimes
• Provide guidance on compliance matters, responding to inquiries from customers and management, and supporting firmwide objectives

• 3–5 years of experience in an AML‑related role required
• In‑depth knowledge and understanding of US BSA/AML laws and regulations
• Experience with modern and advanced case workflow systems
• BA or BS degree
• Excellent writing, speaking, strong analytical…