Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

Position Type: 3-month contract (with possibility of extensions)

Conversion Potential: High—strong performers may be considered for full-time employment

Location: Miami, FL (Onsite only — no hybrid/remote)

Schedule: 5 days/week onsite, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

What You'll Do

• Review account opening documentation for new and existing international clients

• Perform KYC reviews for prospects and current client relationships

• Conduct AML analysis, including adverse media review and risk mitigation support

• Understand and comply with internal risk tolerance guidelines and procedures

• Apply working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC requirements in day-to-day reviews

• Analyze and interpret corporate and fiduciary structures, including complex/multi-layer entities

• Review Latin America-based corporate documents and offshore investment vehicles (e.g., trusts, companies, partnerships, and similar structures)

• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate findings clearly across stakeholders

• Use Microsoft Office tools to track, document, and support compliance workflows

Must-Have Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience in KYC/AML, onboarding, or financial crimes compliance

• Strong KYC knowledge (Know Your Client) and hands-on review experience

• Strong AML analysis experience, including adverse media screening and escalation

• Bilingual English/Spanish (written and verbal) — must be able to interview in Spanish

• Experience supporting international client onboarding and/or family wealth preservation structures

• Prior exposure reviewing LATAM corporate/commercial entities, personal investment companies, partnerships, trusts, and complex layered structures

• Understanding of international private banking account opening documentation

• Working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC regulations

• Strong commercial awareness, sound judgment, and ability to learn policies quickly

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Ideal Background (Top Skills)

• KYC/Client Due Diligence (CDD/EDD)

• AML investigations/analysis

• International onboarding (private banking, wealth, or similar)

• Corporate/company law documentation (LATAM-focused exposure strongly preferred)

• Tech-oriented and highly organized

• Strong soft skills: accountable, well-mannered, calm under pressure, approachable, proactive, and solutions-focused

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.