AML Detection Specialist

Job Brief

Review and decision alerts or transactions that may lead to an AML investigation or CIP/OFAC escalation.
Provide ongoing operational support to ensure timely and accurate completion of AML functions, including completion of periodic reconcilements, daily report or alert monitoring and processing, and regulatory reporting.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform in-depth research by utilizing internal banking systems, as well as external open-source systems to review alerted activity.
• Autonomously complete all reports and research tasks assigned to ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting and the mitigation of operational risk.
• Develop rapport and communication with Compliance and LOB partners.
• Identify and escalate information that appears to be suspicious in nature.
• Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and/or efficiency of policies, procedures and/or processes and make the appropriate recommendations to management.
• May perform end user testing as needed.
• Perform associate training.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant investigative, banking, customer contact, law enforcement or other experience or relevant degree of higher education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical ability.
• Prior proven organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, intelligence studies, or other related field of study.
• Relevant certifications (i.e. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS certification, or other accredited related industry certification).
• One year of experience in an AML role.

Compensation And Benefits

This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $20.67 - $31.25 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date

07/24/2026

About the Role

Hybrid In Cleveland OH, Amherst NY, or Albany NY. This role will require working in-office 2 days per week. Hours: Day shift.

Benefits

This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $20.67 - $31.25 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Schedule

Day shift

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Relevant investigative, banking, customer contact, law enforcement or other experience or relevant degree of higher education
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Analytical ability
Prior proven organizational skills

Skills

Relevant certifications (i.e. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS certification, or other accredited related industry certification)
One year of experience in an AML role

Pay

This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $20.67 - $31.25 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Benefits

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this position, please email HR_Compliance@keybank.com.