AML Analyst

Scissero is an AI-enhanced legal services company that combines expert legal support with automation, focusing on transforming transactional law for financial institutions. They are a diverse, globally distributed team valuing collaboration, inclusivity, and flexibility.

Location: Brazil

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end CDD and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on institutional clients and counterparties
• Analyse complex ownership structures and identify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs)
• Review Source of Wealth (SOW) and Source of Funds (SOF)
• Conduct sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening
• Escalate high-risk cases with clear risk summaries
• Support the onboarding of institutional investors and corporate entities
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of KYC documentation
• Perform risk classification and periodic reviews (KYC refresh)
• Provide AML/KYC input across deal lifecycle and transaction closings
• Track onboarding progress and coordinate documentation requirements
• Maintain accurate compliance records and case documentation
• Support audit readiness and regulatory reviews
• Prepare concise compliance reports and summaries
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external partners
• Follow up on outstanding documentation and onboarding queries
• Use compliance tools to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Identify and implement workflow improvements

Requirements

• LLB/ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification
• 1–3 years’ AML/KYC or compliance experience within banking, financial services, or fund environments; exposure to U.S. BSA/Patriot Act is advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in CDD and EDD, including complex UBO mapping, SOW/SOF verification, and cross-border due diligence
• Strong knowledge of sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening, with a solid risk-based approach to financial crime compliance
• Proficiency in AML/KYC systems, screening tools and entity management platforms
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and investigative skills, with the ability to manage high-volume workloads and produce clear risk summaries

Benefits

• Hybrid and remote working options, with the ability to request to work from other countries (upon request)
• Paid Sick Leave: 7 days per year to recover or care for family
• Confidential Support: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional Development: 7 days per year of paid study leave annually for exams and structured learning
• Annual Bonus: Discretionary and performance-based
• Generous Paid Time Off: Annual leave, plus public holidays