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Marex

Financial Crime Investigator, Americas

Marex, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Marex is a global financial services platform, providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients in the energy, commodities and financial markets. The Group provides coverage across Market Making, Clearing, Hedging and Investment Solutions and Agency and Execution. Marex operates more than 35 offices worldwide with over 2,300 employees. For more information visit www.marex.com. Purpose of Role:

The Financial Crime Investigator is responsible for investigating alerts from the company’s Monitoring and Surveillance programs and advises on risk relevancy and possible SAR filing to the Head Transaction Monitoring and Investigations Americas. They assist in writing policies and procedures for processes the function continues to build. They also participate in projects and help build out the Financial Crime Compliance function at Marex, building on their previous experience. Marex has unique access across markets with significant share globally both on and off exchange. The depth of knowledge amongst its teams and divisions provides its customers with a clear advantage, and its technology-led service provides access to all major exchanges, order-flow management via screen, voice and DMA, plus award-winning data, insights, and analytics. Team and Function:

The Financial Crime Compliance team is a second line function that works to mitigate risks related to financial crimes and criminal actors. The team partners with business teams to ensure the controls Marex has in place are sufficient to mitigate the financial crime risk the customer base and product offerings pose. Responsibilities

Conduct investigations into potentially suspicious activity alerts and document findings and results. Submit request for information (RFH) to the Business or other departments to assist in investigations where needed. Review potential matches resulting from sanctions screenings. Draft suspicious activity reports (SAR) for further review. Assist in the development and implementation of the Actimize monitoring program and other tools as needed. Participate in and deliver trainings. Collaborate with first line functions and provide guidance as needed. Draft policies and procedures and refine existing ones to ensure Marex meets regulatory requirements efficiently. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements under SEC, FINRA, NFA, CFTC and other applicable entities. Adhere to the operational risk framework and regulatory parameters for the role. Model the highest standards of integrity and conduct and reflect Marex values. Comply with Marex’s Code of Conduct and internal policies relevant to the role. Report policy breaches as required and escalate risk events immediately. Provide input to risk management processes as required. Competencies, Skills and Experience

Competencies

Demonstrates curiosity. Resilient in a challenging, fast-paced environment. Ability to take a high level of responsibility in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excels at building relationships, networking and influencing others. Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges and ensure operational effectiveness. Skills And Experience

At least three to five (3-5) years of experience in anti-financial crime, preferably in investigations and/or transaction monitoring. Familiarity with Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) laws and regulations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience working in a regulated environment and knowledge of risk and compliance requirements. Salary Range:

$75,000 to $85,000 per year with eligible discretionary bonus. Company Values

and Marex Benefits (2025): Acting as a role model for the values of the Company:

Respect, Integrity, Collaborative, Developing our People, Adaptable and Nimble. Marex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to eliminating unlawful or unfair discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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