AML Analyst

Job description / Role

Contract Opportunity – AML Transaction Monitoring Remediation (Analyst & Manager Levels)

Location: Lebanon (Banque du Liban Programme)
Contract Duration: 4–8 months
Start: ASAP
Engagement Type: Contract

Overview

We are partnering with a leading financial crime consultancy to support the delivery of a large-scale transaction monitoring remediation programme with a large bank in Beirut.

This engagement will involve a backwards-looking AML audit focused specifically on FX transactions, supporting the bank in reviewing historical activity and strengthening financial crime controls.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct retrospective reviews of FX transactions as part of an AML remediation initiative
- Identify suspicious activity, control gaps, and compliance weaknesses
- Support transaction monitoring audit work and documentation standards
- Prepare clear escalation reports and findings for senior stakeholders
- Contribute to the delivery of a wider regulatory remediation programme

We are building a project team across multiple levels, including:

- AML Analysts – transaction review, alert assessment, case documentation
- AML Managers – oversight of review teams, quality assurance, stakeholder management

Required Experience

- Strong background in AML / Transaction Monitoring / Financial Crime Compliance
- Experience reviewing or auditing FX or wholesale banking transactions preferred
- Familiarity with remediation programmes and regulatory-driven reviews
- Ability to work in a structured, high-volume environment

Contract Details

- Duration: 4–8 months
- Competitive daily rate depending on level and experience
- Opportunity to support a high-profile regulatory remediation engagement

Salary:
USD 1,000 to 4,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

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