Business Data Analyst in the AML team / Biznesa datu analītiķis AML komandā | SEB, Riga

Rīga
SEB Global Services – Financial Crime Prevention /
KYC/AML /
Hybrid
The Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) function is accelerating  SEBs deployment of advanced financial crime prevention capabilities to continuously meet regulatory expectations and to become a leader in fighting financial crime. The Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) function encompasses the areas of Fraud Prevention, AML transaction monitoring, sanctions and customer screening. It is evident that fighting financial crime needs to have an intelligence-led and data-driven approach where process automation will be the core component of our FCP effort
 
The Transaction Monitoring unit within the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) function is looking for a Business Analyst to ensure the work to further enhance SEB Group’s Transaction Monitoring scenarios and ensure appropriate risk coverage to identified risks for the Group. This role can be based in Stockholm or Riga.

About the role
The purpose of the role is to continuously aid in the development of SEB Group’s TM risk coverage and detection capabilities to continuously meet regulatory expectations and ensure that SEB becomes a market leader in the fight against financial crime.

You can find our job advertisement in Latvian here / Ar darba sludinājumu latviešu valodā var iepazīties šeit: SEB - Biznesa datu analītiķis AML komandā | SEB, Rīga

The role consists of ensuring sufficient TM scenario coverage including, but not limited to:

    • Analyze financial crime datasets to detect abnormalities, patterns, and trends associated with money laundering and other illicit activities;
    • Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations using the Tableau tool;
    • Conduct root cause analysis on flagged transactions or customer activity to identify vulnerabilities;
    • Assist management with providing reports using data from the dataset according to set requirements;
    • Contribute to data quality improvements;
    • Working with defining new TM scenario requirements and TM scenario change management based on identified gaps in the BWRA, including continuously aligning with the BWRA for new risks and gaps identified outside of the BWRA’s yearly cycle;
    • Act as the subject matter expert in collaboration with development organizations, working with change management, scenario optimization, and deployment of new or changed TM scenarios.

To thrive in this role, we believe you have:

    • Educational Background: Academic degree in Finance, Business, Law, Mathematics, Data Engineering, IT, or equivalent.
    • Excellent English skills. Work execution is related to foreign countries.

Technical Skills:

    • At least 2 years of experience working with data analysis, including strong skills in data transformation using tools like Excel and SQL.
    • Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView.
    • Experience with Python (considered a strong advantage).
    • Familiarity with Transaction Monitoring, Scenario Development, and Change Management utilizing Advanced Analytics and AI/ML techniques (considered an advantage).

Domain Knowledge:

    • A deep understanding of AML risks and innovative approaches to mitigate such risks.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities:

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Proven ability to overcome challenges and adopt new ways of working to align with the organization’s vision.

Collaboration and Adaptability:

    • Strong track record of collaboration and teamwork.
    • Experience managing and responding positively to change in a flexible and innovative manner.
    • Well-organized and able to navigate ambiguity while managing multiple initiatives in an international environment.

What we offer

    • International work environment with great colleagues;
    • Modern office (Gustava Zemgala gatve 73, Riga);
    • Opportunities to develop your skills and expertise in FCP;
    • Chance to become area professional of different geographies;
    • Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, pension fund contributions, profit-sharing program, etc.
€2,100 - €3,700 a month
Monthly salary range indicated for this position is before tax deduction. The offer for final candidate* will depend on experience and competences of the candidate for the required job. The overall remuneration package consists of the salary together with other benefits.
Do you want to be a part of SEB?  Welcome to our inclusive culture, where our shared values inspire and uplift our team. We celebrate diversity and strive to ensure every employee feels seen, heard, and valued.

Since we select candidates continuously, feel free to send in your application (CV in English together with a personal letter describing yourself and how you can contribute to the Financial Crime Prevention unit)  in English today, but no later than December 15, 2024. 
 
Learn more about working at SEB here: www.sebgroup.com/career   
 
* Candidate must meet the requirements of Article 34.5 of the Credit Institution Law 
It is our fundamental belief that inclusion and diversity is crucial for our future success. We strive to have an inclusive, value-driven culture where employees feel valued, respected, and involved irrespective of who they are, what they believe or where they come from.  

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