# Trade Surveillance Analyst 1

**Company:** [Alpaca](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/alpaca)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Other
**Experience:** 1+ years
**Skills:** AML, bsa, fincen, sar, sec, finra, ofac, transaction monitoring, case management, Excel, Google Sheets, kyc, cip, sanctions screening
**Posted:** 2026-07-22

> Conduct investigations into financial crimes, securities fraud, and suspicious trading activity for a brokerage firm. Prepare SARs, maintain risk assessments, ensure regulatory compliance with BSA/AML, SEC/FINRA, and support audits while collaborating across business units.

## Job Description

## Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the AMLCO to implement and refine investigative procedures across CIP/KYC, AML, Anti-Fraud, and Securities Fraud Monitoring initiatives.
- Conduct in-depth investigations into potentially suspicious activity, including securities fraud, account manipulation, and other financial crimes identified through transaction monitoring alerts, escalations, and referrals.
- Prepare, document, and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in compliance with FinCEN requirements and internal policies.
- Review and respond to sanctions screening alerts, FinCEN 314(a) and 314(b) requests, and other regulatory inquiries.
- Maintain and continuously update firm-wide risk assessments covering BSA/AML, sanctions, fraud, and securities surveillance programs.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and assist during external audits, examinations, and regulatory engagements.
- Provide guidance and support across various business units, including trading, operations, and customer support, to ensure alignment with compliance protocols.
- Stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry best practices, particularly those related to the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC regulations, and SEC/FINRA rules.
- Support the development and refinement of policies, procedures, monitoring controls, and compliance reporting mechanisms.
- Lead and contribute to special projects, compile investigative findings, and prepare reports for management, regulators, and auditors.

## Required Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in financial crime investigations (AML, fraud, securities fraud, or related disciplines).
- Strong understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements (e.g., BSA/AML, USA PATRIOT Act, SEC/FINRA regulations).
- Demonstrated ability to identify and escalate potential market manipulation or suspicious trading activity.
- Proficiency in transaction monitoring systems and case management tools.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and SAR-writing skills.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with Google Sheets or MS Excel, including pivot tables and advanced filtering.
- Working knowledge of domestic and international payment systems.

## Nice-to-Haves / Benefits
- Competitive Salary & Stock Options
- Health Benefits
- New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
- Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

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