About the job
Job Title:
Intern – Transaction Monitoring & Fraud Alert Clearance
Location:
London Office (in-person, 2 days per week)
Type:
Unpaid Internship
Duration: 3 Months
Working Days: 2 Days per Week (In-Office Only)
About the Internship
Join us for a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the financial crime and compliance landscape. This internship is tailored for driven students, recent graduates, or those pivoting careers who aspire to enhance their understanding of transaction monitoring and fraud risk management.
You will collaborate closely with our compliance team at our London office, receiving training to assist in investigating and resolving financial alerts while contributing to the protection of our clients and institutions from suspicious activities.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Monitoring
- Examine transaction monitoring alerts triggered by AML/CTF regulations.
- Perform initial investigations on unusual or suspicious transactions.
- Utilize internal policies and risk assessment frameworks to evaluate alert severity.
- Compose clear and concise documentation for each alert decision.
- Escalate complex or high-risk cases to senior compliance personnel.
Fraud Alert Clearance
- Oversee fraud detection systems and recognize unusual behavioral patterns.
- Investigate alerts concerning potential fraudulent account activities.
- Assist in gathering and analyzing supporting documentation and account histories.
- Document findings and resolutions in case management systems.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of fraud detection controls.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Must-Haves:
- Proficient analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Meticulous attention to detail with a structured work approach.
- Strong written communication skills for summarizing findings effectively.
- Genuine interest in financial crime prevention, AML, or fraud investigations.
- Basic understanding of banking operations or financial systems.
Preferred:
- Current students or recent graduates in Criminology, Law, Business, Finance, or related fields.
- Familiarity with FCA regulations, the UK’s AML framework, or fraud typologies.
- Previous experience in a financial, investigative, or customer-facing role.
Benefits of the Internship
- Hands-on exposure to financial crime compliance processes.
- Mentorship from seasoned compliance professionals.
