AML / Financial Crime Investigation Expert

Analytics · Columbus · Full-time · $105,394 USD - $132,206 USD

What you will do
In this position, you will lead and support end-to-end AML and financial crime investigations, assessing customer behavior, transactional activity, and supporting documentation to identify and mitigate risk across Klarna’s products. You will apply expert judgement to complex, high-risk cases, determining when escalation, enhanced due diligence, or regulatory reporting is required. Working closely with internal stakeholders and outsourced partners, you will help maintain strong investigative controls, support transaction monitoring quality, and ensure Klarna’s financial crime framework scales responsibly. You will also contribute to knowledge sharing, system improvements, and emerging risk analysis as Klarna continues to grow across global markets.

Who you are

• 5+ years of experience in AML or financial crime investigations within fintech, banking, payments, or a similarly regulated environment
• Strong hands-on experience conducting end-to-end transaction monitoring, event-driven investigations, and complex case escalations
• Proven ability to assess suspicious activity and draft clear, well-supported Suspicious Activity Reports in line with regulatory expectations
• Solid understanding of AML and financial crime regulations applicable to the US and/or EU, including sanctions and PEP frameworks
• Ability to apply sound judgement, critical thinking, and investigative rigor when working independently on high-risk cases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to document and explain investigative decisions clearly
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving financial crime risks and operational priorities

Awesome to have

• CAMS, ICA, or equivalent AML certification
• Experience supporting or overseeing outsourced investigation or transaction monitoring teams
• Exposure to AML or financial crime risks within crypto, investments, or emerging financial products
• Familiarity with German AML regulations and professional proficiency in German
• Experience supporting system testing, tuning, or optimization of transaction monitoring or screening tools

Please include a CV in English

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