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Anti Money Laundering roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, criminal justice, or a related field. Banks, fintech firms, and financial services companies regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for AML analysts, compliance officers, and BSA specialists.
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Who we are looking for
As Officer you will be managing the client AML KYC periodic review process, working closely with senior and peer managers to ensure that regulatory requirements are met for all reviews assigned. This role requires knowledge of the regulations impacting client anti-money laundering / know your customer regime. Experience in a client facing role is a plus.
This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
As AIS AML KYC Periodic Review Oversight Officer you will be
- Working with internal and external stakeholders to co-ordinate and drive timely resolution of Periodic Reviews
- Co-ordination with the CaRRs team to ensure effective communication of best practice, changes to legislation and jurisdictional uplifts
- Communicating directly with Clients or assisting the BU/RM with the communication needed for external asks to Clients and co-ordination of the resolution of any contentious requests
- Project planning of the Client KYC initiative, driving timely resolution of cases and working with the business teams to close down open issues
- Ensuring adherence to the 90 day cycle periodic review process, ensuring KYC cases do not fall overdue and effectively managing cases to the verification state
- Working with other stakeholders in KYC process to ensure queries and queues are being managed effectively and escalation where appropriate
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Sound procedural and technical knowledge of AML/KYC is required.
- Excellent administrative, organizational and business support skills, with the ability to multi-task and to work calmly under pressure.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills
- Well-developed negotiation, influencing, decision-making, planning and co-ordination skills.
- Proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team
- Proven interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
- Team player, ability to build consensus and to motivate others.
- Ability to develop and maintain business relationships within the business unit and cross locations.
- Strong understanding of the AML/CFT Regulatory framework and compliance requirements is a benefit for this role.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Legal, Audit or equivalent professional qualifications or experience.
- You will be expected to have strong attention to detail and appreciate the importance of completing work ‘right first time’ against daily deadlines
- You understand the importance of customer service excellence and have a ‘can do’ attitude with strong written and oral communication skills
- You are keen to learn and develop and you enjoy being part of an energetic and growing team
- Excellent working knowledge of MS Office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Salary Range:
$65,000 - $113,750 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Anti Money Laundering
Translate your AML credentials for USCIS
USCIS reviewers aren't compliance experts. Document how your CAMS certification, ACAMS membership, or AML-specific coursework ties directly to the specialty occupation requirement, a degree alone won't always close the case.
Target employers with active BSA compliance teams
Banks subject to Bank Secrecy Act obligations, large fintech platforms, and money service businesses maintain dedicated AML units and file H-1B petitions regularly. Firms with in-house compliance counsel process sponsorship faster than those outsourcing it.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your AML job title and worksite location. Pull your wage level from the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer so you can spot underfunded sponsorships early.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified H-1B sponsors
Filter AML and compliance roles by employers with confirmed H-1B filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation code, so you're applying to companies that have sponsored roles like yours before.
Ask about cap-exempt status during interviews
Certain nonprofits, government research organizations, and universities are cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're targeting AML roles in academic or public-sector financial institutions, you can file outside the annual lottery window entirely.
File with premium processing to protect your start date
AML roles often have compliance-driven start dates tied to regulatory obligations. Premium processing guarantees a USCIS decision within 15 business days, reducing the risk that processing delays push your start date past what your employer committed to regulators.
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Find Anti Money Laundering JobsAnti Money Laundering H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Anti Money Laundering role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. AML roles qualify when the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, economics, or criminal justice. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title, so your employer's offer letter and job description must clearly tie the role's responsibilities to that degree requirement.
Which employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for AML positions?
Large commercial banks, regional banks subject to Bank Secrecy Act oversight, payment processors, fintech platforms, and financial services firms with dedicated compliance departments are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for AML roles. You can search employers with verified H-1B filing history for compliance and AML occupation codes on Migrate Mate.
Does a CAMS certification strengthen my H-1B petition for an AML role?
It can, but USCIS doesn't treat professional certifications as substitutes for a bachelor's degree. CAMS and similar credentials strengthen a Request for Evidence response by demonstrating specialized AML expertise, but your petition still needs to establish that the role itself requires a specific bachelor's degree as the normal minimum entry requirement.
Can I switch AML employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, provided your original petition has been approved and you've maintained lawful status. Your new employer must file a new LCA certified at the prevailing wage for your new worksite location.
How does worksite location affect my H-1B prevailing wage for AML jobs?
DOL prevailing wages are set by metropolitan statistical area, not by employer headquarters. If your AML role is in New York or San Francisco, the certified wage on the LCA must reflect that city's wage level, even if your employer is headquartered elsewhere. Remote work arrangements require their own LCA if you're working from a different metro area.
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