Analyst I, Assurance and Investigations

Company Description We’re Checkout.com – you might not know our name, but companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony do. That moment when you check out online? We make it happen. Checkout.com is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why. With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere – but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they’re fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn’t just another job; it’s a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech. Job Description Checkout.com is actively looking for an Analyst I, Assurance and Investigations who will perform quality assurance reviews of the different AML areas such as merchants’ underwriting and periodic reviews, transaction monitoring, sanctions among others; stay abreast of regulatory, business, and organizational changes; develop and recommend solutions to improve operational effectiveness; enhance overall quality of the Assurance function, and communicate findings and recommendations in a clear, concise, and constructive manner. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in the financial crime world, as well as the ability to communicate data in a consumable, sustainable and presentable format. It will also be a proactive and confident individual with strong analytical, organisational and technical skills, and one who can demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgement in a fast-paced environment.nYou'll be part of the Compliance team, and this role will work closely with various teams, including Operations, Product and HR to name a few. How you’ll make an impact Performs quality assurance review in accordance with AML policies and departmental procedures (conducts assurance review of AML systems, client due diligence files, suspicious activity reporting among others) within established timeframes. Provides oversight and assurance of our financial crime risk controls through sampling, thematic reviews and data analysis, to ensure CKO’s financial crime policies and procedures are being applied correctly. Assists in developing the assurance program by creating the approach, guidance and test-scripts for a variety of assurance areas. Identifies areas where systemic failures could occur and undertake thematic reviews where appropriate. Provides insight into quality gaps discovered as part of the quality assurance process and ensures these gaps are communicated to appropriate management and business owners via test scripts. Maintains current knowledge of regulations applicable to the business, any business changes as well as pertinent internal regulatory policy and procedural changes. Meets all deliverables for assurance reviews, analysis, and regular reporting. Provides quality feedback and recommendations to assurance colleagues that contribute to improved quality and efficiency of assurance activities. Works both independently and in team-oriented contexts. Suggest ideas for improvements to the support process and infrastructure and strive to continually improve the process What we’re looking for At least 2 years’ experience in Compliance, AML or financial crime is required. Solution driven approach, with exemplary problem solving and analytical skills. Team player with strong collaborative qualities and a positive/humble demeanour. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present analysis and recommendations. Strong analytical skills with experience in problem solving and being able to implement and deliver solutions. Reliable when working independently, with sound judgment for when to escalate issues. Well organised and ha ... (truncated, view full listing at source)