AML Reporting Specialist

We’re looking for a dedicated Suspicious Activity Reporting Specialist to join our financial crime fighting team in Tokyo, Japan. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission and grow as a specialist in financial crime. Your mission is to protect our customers and Wise by reporting suspicious activity.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about financial crime risk and keen working in a fast paced and rapidly growing fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and Analyse: Review transaction patterns for unusual or suspicious activity, identify potential red flags related to money laundering, fraud, or other financial crimes.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports: Draft and submit reports based on findings, ensuring that all necessary details are accurately documented and submitted in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Compliance Teams: Work closely with other compliance team members and departments to ensure that suspicious activities are properly investigated and documented.
• Adhere to Regulatory Guidelines: Stay up-to-date on financial crime regulations, laws, regional best practices, and related reporting requirements.
• Maintain Confidentiality: Safeguard sensitive information, ensuring all reports and documentation are handled with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
• Continuous Learning: Participate in training sessions and remain knowledgeable about emerging trends and tools in financial crime detection.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: Fluency in Japanese, with excellent writing and speaking abilities. You must be able to communicate clearly and professionally in both Japanese and English. 
• Experience: Previous experience in a financial crime-related field (AML, fraud detection) is a plus, but not required. We are open to candidates who are highly detail-oriented, willing to learn, and have transferable skills.
• Strong Attention to Detail: Ability to handle routine tasks with high accuracy and maintain consistency in work product, even under pressure.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial transactions, identify patterns, and make informed decisions based on regulatory requirements and risk factors.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for drafting clear, detailed reports.
• Time Management: Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities with precision and accuracy.
• Ethical Integrity: A strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the ethical considerations in financial crime investigations.

PS! If you're interested in the position, please apply by submitting your CV AND cover letter in English, as this is our working language. In your cover letter, please answer the following question: What skills do you expect to develop in this position?

Additional Information

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