Analyst - Aml/Sar

Position Overview:

The primary responsibility of the Analyst - Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) is to investigate, research and analyze financial transactions and customer data across all lines of business for possible suspicious activity, money laundering and/or violations of Title 31 regulations. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and The Venetian Resort’s policies, practices, and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety is an essential function of this job.
• Perform diverse duties and ad-hoc projects to support the SAR/AML group.
• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Adapt quickly and effectively to procedural changes.
• Clearly describe casino transaction details, research, and support your recommendations.
• Partner and communicate with team members across the corporation to gather information and develop comprehensive investigations.
• Promote department initiatives, teamwork and sharing of information.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically with all levels of staff and management across different divisions and departments.
• Use investigating tools to conduct extensive research such using the Internet, subscription sites, internal systems, and spreadsheets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Perform Anti-Money Laundering investigations, providing analysis and documentation.
• Analyze transactions utilizing internal and external systems and tools.
• Act as a front-line resource for the business groups and escalation point regarding suspicious activity/anti-money laundering matters.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

Company Standards of Conduct

All The Venetian Resort Team Members are expected to conduct and carry themselves in a professional manner at all times. Team Members are required to observe the Company’s standards, work requirements and rules of conduct.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Experience reviewing customer transactions for potential suspicious activity and performing anti-money laundering investigations. CAMS designation preferred.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must be detail oriented and possess ability to perform analysis, documentation and findings related to casino transactions. Must have excellent writing skills and experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of regulations under Title 31 of the US Code of Federal Regulations, guidance from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and regulations and guidance of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
• 21 years of age.
• Requires intermediate knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access.
• 3 years of casino related experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with guests and other Team Members of different backgrounds and levels of experience.
• Experience with analyzing customer financial transactions for Title 31 compliance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain [list required licenses, such as a valid Nevada Driver's License, Alcohol Awareness (TAM) card, etc.] and any other certification or license, as required by law or policy.
• 1 year of SAR/AML experience in the areas of research, analysis, review, and compliance of transactions.
• Experience with LexisNexis or other research tools is desired.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to:

• Maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts.
• Lift or carry 10 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned.
• Physically access all areas of the property and drive areas with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Work in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• Ability for prolonged periods of time to walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel.
• Work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, CRT, noise, dust, and cigarette smoke.
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with guests, management, other team members, and outside contacts.