Investigator

Job Title: Investigator

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite)

Duration: 6 Months with Possible extension

Role Overview: Investigator, Special Investigations Unit

The Investigator will serve as an individual contributor responsible for conducting timely, complex proactive and reactive investigations. This includes drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and delivering clear, strategic analytical presentations to stakeholders at all levels.

Investigations will span a wide range of high-risk activities, including:

• Emerging financial crime threats
• Terrorist financing
• Internal investigations and employee-related referrals
• Large and organized fraud rings (triangulation fraud, account takeover, ID theft, ORC)
• Matters of national or international significance
• Domestic and international law-enforcement inquiries
• HR-related jurisdictional matters and potential sanctions concerns
• Sensitive topics including potential CSEM/CSAM indicators

This role may also support other FIU teams and expand responsibilities as the program evolves.

Required Qualifications (Hard Skills)

• 4 years of experience in AML regulations, investigations, or related compliance fields
• 2 years of hands-on experience drafting SARs
• Strong understanding of AML/CTF laws, regulations, and compliance practices; experience in an MSB or e-commerce environment is a plus
• Professional certifications preferred (CAMS, CFCS, CFE, CHTI, etc.)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and functions)
• SQL skills a plus
• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical abilities, with the capability to interpret complex data from multiple systems

Required Qualifications (Soft Skills)

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and time-sensitive environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• High emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
• Sound judgment and ability to make discretionary decisions based on research and guidelines
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently with urgency and follow-through