Banco Plata

AML Analyst

Banco Plata  •  Mexico City, MX (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Compliance team:

We are looking for our next AML Analyst to support the strengthening of Banco Plata's compliance framework by performing operational analysis related to AML/CFT/CPF (PLD/FT/FPADM), under the supervision of the AML & Compliance Manager, contributing to risk management and to the traceability of compliance processes.

Challenges that await you:

1. Analysis and Handling of Escalated Transaction Monitoring Alerts

  • Analyze and follow up on transaction monitoring cases escalated to the Compliance team, ensuring proper traceability.
  • Identify discrepancies between the transactional profile and the customer's actual behavior to determine whether an operation is unusual or should be dismissed, with Manager validation.
  • Support the identification of elements for escalating cases to the Communication and Control Committee (CCC), under review by a senior specialist.

2. Client-Level Analysis – Sanctions List Monitoring

  • Analyze matches derived from monitoring against national and international sanctions lists.
  • Document the analysis with traceability in accordance with internal parameters, for review and validation of escalation by a supervisor.

3. Support in the Preparation of Regulatory Reports

  • Collaborate in the preparation of applicable regulatory reports.
  • Draft clear and structured narratives for review and validation.
  • Support the verification of consistency between the case analysis and the reported information.
  • Track the regulatory deadlines set by the CNBV.

4. Support in Risk Assessment and Transactional Profiling

  • Study basic patterns in transactions using applicable typologies, with guidance from a senior specialist.
  • Contribute observations to strengthen the risk-based approach methodology.

5. Continuous Improvement and Updates

  • Study and analyze applicable AML/CFT regulation for the Institution, with support from the Manager.
  • Contribute to the documentation of policies and procedures, and propose improvements to processes and automated systems, supporting the AML & Compliance team.
  • Maintain an up-to-date profile on regulatory matters at the local and international level.

What makes you a great fit:

  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields — recent graduate or degree holder.
  • 2 years of experience in regulated financial institutions preferred.
  • Basic to intermediate knowledge of applicable AML/CFT regulation.
  • Advanced English (required).
  • Experience in transaction monitoring and restricted list screening. (desirable)

Our ways of working:

  • Innovative Spirit A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
  • Honest Feedback valuing open, transparent communication.
  • Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community.
  • Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together.
  • High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances.
Banco Plata

About Banco Plata

Banco Plata is the fastest-growing financial institution in Latin America and the largest private digital bank by customer volume. In just three years, we achieved a $5 billion valuation and reached 4 million active customers.

With over $2 billion raised in debt and equity, Plata—the U.S.-based holding company of Banco Plata—has surpassed $600 million in annualized revenue.

Banco Plata has built a fully integrated technology ecosystem, including a proprietary core banking system, CRM, and a customer-centric app designed to simplify the financial experience. This is powered by 800 in-house developers and more than 3,000 frontline customer service professionals.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Mexico City, MX
Year Founded
2023
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