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How much do senior aml analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior aml analyst in Springfield, VA is $107,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,400.00 and $122,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior AML analyst?

A Senior AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Analyst is responsible for detecting, investigating, and preventing financial crimes such as money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing. They analyze transaction patterns, review customer activity, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, they may lead investigations, prepare reports, and provide recommendations to mitigate risks. Senior AML Analysts often mentor junior analysts and collaborate with legal and compliance teams. Their role is crucial in maintaining the integrity of financial institutions and preventing illicit financial activities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior AML analyst?

To thrive as a Senior AML Analyst, you need in-depth knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations, investigative techniques, and experience with financial crime detection, usually supported by a degree in finance, law, or a related field. Familiarity with AML software, transaction monitoring systems, and certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are highly valued. Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong written communication skills help distinguish top performers. These capabilities ensure the effective identification and mitigation of financial crime risks, supporting regulatory compliance and organizational integrity.

What are the main challenges senior AML analysts typically face in their day-to-day work?

Senior AML Analysts often encounter the challenge of analyzing large volumes of complex financial data to detect suspicious activity while keeping up with constantly evolving regulatory requirements. The role requires balancing thoroughness with efficiency and managing sensitive case information with discretion. Collaboration with compliance teams, law enforcement, and other departments is also frequent to ensure comprehensive investigations. Successfully navigating these challenges demands adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

How much does a senior AML analyst make in the US?

A senior AML analyst in the US typically earns between $70,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the organization. They often require knowledge of compliance regulations, risk assessment, and proficiency with AML tools and software.

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AML Senior Investigator I - Special Investigations Unit

Mclean, VA


Capital One
Funds, Trusts and Financial Programs • 10K+ employees

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Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

AML Senior Investigator I - Special Investigations Unit

AML Senior Investigator I - Special Investigations Unit

The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Senior Investigator I supports various AML processes, which includes suspicious activity investigations or other AML processes. The AML Senior Investigator I will work closely with AML Supervisors and Managers to perform other critical functions. The Special Investigations Unit conducts suspicious activity reporting and closing investigations for high-risk typologies, among other items.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain awareness of the broader context and implications of the various types of risk affecting the business (e.g., financial, legal, reputation, etc.).

  • Review system generated alerts, assess impact to AML processes, conduct research as required, and document results in written format.

  • Write suspicious activity reports (conducts enterprise wide reviews of the relationship), make closing recommendations, and other applicable AML processes in accordance with regulations and time limitations.

  • Escalate or resolve issues as appropriate for advanced investigation and analysis

  • Review referrals from various sources (e.g., lines of business, Legal, Senior Management, etc.)

  • Self-manage a queue of alerts, cases, and closing investigations

  • Conduct presentations to Senior Leadership and/or Legal

  • Help maintain operations of a SIU Specialty Desk and actively contributes, which can include keeping desk guides current and decisioning referrals

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification

  • At least 2 years of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) or Fraud investigative experience filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)

  • At least 1 year of Microsoft Office or Google Suite experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3+ years AML or Fraud investigative experience filing SARs.

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Financial Crimes Investigator (CFCI), or other relevant certification(s) or industry-related association membership

Are you looking for a challenging role that includes the convenience of working virtually at home? Then a Capital One Anti-Money Laundering Investigator role may be the role for you! You must be within 50 miles driving distance from our Capital One hub in Wilmington, DE / Richmond, VA / Plano, TX / Chicago, IL / Mclean, VA

Work From Home Technology Requirements:

  • A secure home office environment that is free from background noise and distractions

  • A reliable private internet connection that is not supplied by use cellular data (hot spot)

  • Cable or fiber connections are preferred

  • Internet service download speeds must be at least 5 mbps, with 10+ mbps preferred - check your download speed using a speed test. A sample one can be found here. To test your home internet from your personal computer at home, type www.speedtest.net into the web browser of your personal computer.

  • Sustained ability to maintain latency less than 250 ms in voice calls is required

  • Hard wired connectivity is preferred, any use of wireless connectivity must be Private (non-public) and password protected through WPA2-PSK (AES) encryption. If you have any questions about your encryption, please consult with your internet provider

  • A private network is password protected where you have ownership or line of site to every device on the network

  • Capital One reserves the right to request proof of internet provider, speed and service package from the associate

  • Requirements are subject to change, as new systems and technology is delivered. Capital One reserves the right to modify internet service requirements with sixty (60) days notice.

Work from Home Living Requirements:

  • Candidates must live within 50 miles driving distance of one of the hub locations based in Wilmington, DE / Richmond, VA / Plano, TX / Chicago, IL / Mclean, VA and be comfortable coming in person whenever required with no less than 24 hours notice

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $74,200 - $84,700 for AML Sr. Investigator I


McLean, VA: $81,700 - $93,300 for AML Sr. Investigator I


Plano, TX: $74,200 - $84,700 for AML Sr. Investigator I


Richmond, VA: $74,200 - $84,700 for AML Sr. Investigator I


Riverwoods, IL: $74,200 - $84,700 for AML Sr. Investigator I


Wilmington, DE: $74,200 - $84,700 for AML Sr. Investigator I






Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).



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