Transaction Monitoring/Investigation Officer

JOB ADVERTISEMENT : Investigation Officer - UBA Cameroun S.A. - United Bank for Africa

Job title : Transaction Monitoring/Investigation Officer Department : Compliance Reporting Line : Head Compliance Location : Head Office Number of Position : 01 Roles & Responsibilities

A- Transaction Monitoring & Alert Management

Monitor customer transactions through the transaction monitoring system Review, analyze, and investigate transaction monitoring alerts generated by transaction monitoring system. Ensure alerts are promptly assessed, documented, and closed within defined timelines Apply sound judgment to distinguish between legitimate activity and suspicious behavior Escalate high-risk or complex cases to the Chief Compliance Officer without delay

B- Investigation of Suspicious Transactions

Receive and assess suspicious transaction alerts and referrals from all departments of the bank, business units, operations and control functions. Conduct in-depth investigations using Identify potential indicators of fraud, money laundering, terrorism financing or other financial crimes.

C- Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR)

Prepare STRs in accordance with regulatory requirements Ensure STRs are accurate, complete, well-reasoned and properly documented Submit STRs to relevant regulatory authorities within prescribed timelines. Maintain strict confidentiality of STRs and related investigations

D- Handling of Production Orders & Requests from National Agency for Financial Investigation (NAFI)

Receive, analyze, and respond to production orders, information requests, and directives issued by NAFI or any other law enforcement or investigative agency. Coordinate the collection of required documents and transaction data Ensure responses are accurate, complete and submitted within regulatory deadlines. Maintain proper records of all correspondence relating to request for information. Maintain proper documentation of alerts, investigations, decisions, STR filings and regulatory correspondence in line with legal and regulatory retention requirements.

E- Training & Awareness and Other duties

Provide guidance to staff on identifying and escalating suspicious transactions Support AML/CFT training initiatives related to transaction monitoring Promote a strong compliance and vigilance culture within the bank Monitor adherence to internal AML/CFT policies and procedures Participate in regulatory inspections and audits as required Prepare periodic transaction monitoring reports for the Head of Compliance Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Compliance within the scope of the role

Knowledge and Skills Required

Good understanding of the Cameroonian banking regulations and Cameroon criminal laws. Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to interpret transaction patterns and financial behavior Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations and typologies High attention to detail and sound professional judgment Strong written communication skills (especially for STR drafting) Ability to work under pressure and meet regulatory deadlines High level of integrity, confidentiality, and independence

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor degree in Law, Finance, Banking, accounting, Risk Management or related field. Recognized Compliance or AML/CFT professional certification, such as ACAMS, ICA etc. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in transaction monitoring, AML/CFT Compliance, Financial Crimes compliance or similar role within a financial institution.

Application submission Candidates should send their resume and motivation letter to hcmrecruitcameroon@ubagrou