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  • AML Detection Specialist

  • Key Bank
  • Buffalo, New York 14221 United States View Map

Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Location: Hybrid In Cleveland OH, Amherst NY, or Albany NY. This role will require working in-office 2 days per week.

Hours: Day shift

Job Brief:

  • Review and decision alerts or transactions that may lead to an AML investigation or CIP/OFAC escalation.

  • Provide ongoing operational support to ensure timely and accurate completion of AML functions, including completion of periodic reconcilements, daily report or alert monitoring and processing, and regulatory reporting.

  • Work independently with minimal supervision from management.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Perform in-depth research by utilizing internal banking systems, as well as external open-source systems to review alerted activity.

  • Autonomously complete all reports and research tasks assigned to ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting and the mitigation of operational risk.

  • Develop rapport and communication with Compliance and LOB partners.

  • Identify and escalate information that appears to be suspicious in nature.

  • Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and/or efficiency of policies, procedures and/or processes and make the appropriate recommendations to management.

  • May perform end user testing as needed. Perform associate training.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Relevant investigative, banking, customer contact, law enforcement or other experience or relevant degree of higher education

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Analytical ability

  • Proven organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, intelligence studies, or other related field of study

  • Relevant Certifications (i.e. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS certification, or other accredited related industry certification)

  • 1 year of experience in an AML role

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $20.67 - $31.25 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here ( for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 07/24/2026

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

#LI-Hybrid

KeyBank is an organization collectively committed to helping you unlock your potential and discover what truly drives you. Working here means sharing our purpose to help our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive. You'll find genuinely supportive teammates, a flexible, inclusive work environment, challenging projects, accessible leaders, and opportunities to grow in your position and your career. For 200 years, Key has opened doors in our communities. Let us open one for you.

Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Location: Hybrid In Cleveland OH, Amherst NY, or Albany NY. This role will require working in-office 2 days per week.

Hours: Day shift

Job Brief:

  • Review and decision alerts or transactions that may lead to an AML investigation or CIP/OFAC escalation.

  • Provide ongoing operational support to ensure timely and accurate completion of AML functions, including completion of periodic reconcilements, daily report or alert monitoring and processing, and regulatory reporting.

  • Work independently with minimal supervision from management.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Perform in-depth research by utilizing internal banking systems, as well as external open-source systems to review alerted activity.

  • Autonomously complete all reports and research tasks assigned to ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting and the mitigation of operational risk.

  • Develop rapport and communication with Compliance and LOB partners.

  • Identify and escalate information that appears to be suspicious in nature.

  • Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and/or efficiency of policies, procedures and/or processes and make the appropriate recommendations to management.

  • May perform end user testing as needed. Perform associate training.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Relevant investigative, banking, customer contact, law enforcement or other experience or relevant degree of higher education

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Analytical ability

  • Proven organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, intelligence studies, or other related field of study

  • Relevant Certifications (i.e. Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist - CAMS certification, or other accredited related industry certification)

  • 1 year of experience in an AML role

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $20.67 - $31.25 per hour. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here ( for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 07/24/2026

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

#LI-Hybrid

KeyBank is an organization collectively committed to helping you unlock your potential and discover what truly drives you. Working here means sharing our purpose to help our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive. You'll find genuinely supportive teammates, a flexible, inclusive work environment, challenging projects, accessible leaders, and opportunities to grow in your position and your career. For 200 years, Key has opened doors in our communities. Let us open one for you.

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