Financial Crimes Specialist

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As a Financial Crimes Specialist, you will be part of a transformative initiative aimed at unlocking new opportunities for DraftKings and our customers. In this role, you will conduct investigations and contribute to the refinement of investigative processes, collaborate cross-functionally with Compliance, Risk, Product, and Analytics teams, and help ensure DraftKings remains compliant with internal AML policies and external regulatory obligations. You will also assist in mentoring junior analysts and supporting quality assurance initiatives to drive program effectiveness and consistency.
What you'll do as a Financial Crimes Specialist

• Investigate AML and fraud alerts to detect potentially suspicious activity, including money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing.
• Draft comprehensive investigative narratives with recommendations for potential suspicious activity escalation.
• Collaborate with Compliance and other internal teams on ad hoc reviews, audits, and special projects.
• Ensure timely and high-quality SAR filings that meet DraftKings' program governance and regulatory standards.
• Conduct EDD reviews consistent with DraftKings policy and procedures utilizing internal risk reporting, negative news inquiries, public domain research and additional internal and external tools.
• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen the accuracy and efficiency of the Financial Crimes program.
• Stay up to date on the latest financial crime trends, typologies, and regulatory changes to inform proactive risk mitigation strategies.

What you'll bring

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 4 years of relevant AML,or other financial crimes related experience.
• Compliance or Risk Management certifications such as CAMS, CIPP, or CRCM, or willingness to obtain is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment in high-stakes investigative scenarios.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience using investigative tools and databases to conduct due diligence and transaction analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarize complex findings in investigative reports and documentation.

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The US base salary range for this full-time position is 75,600.00 USD - 94,500.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.