FinCrime Operations Analyst Sanctions (1 weekend shift per week)

Were looking for FinCrime Operations Analysts to join our growing Sanctions Screening team in Budapest. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wises mission grow as a Sanctions expert and help Wise stay compliant with Sanctions Regulations. If you enjoy analysing information working with constant changes and have an eye for detail this job is for you. 

Your mission: 

Your mission is to protect customers and Wise by assessing whether alerts raised by our sanctions screening systems raise any sanctions concerns.

Heres how youll be contributing to the Sanctions Screening team: 

• Follow operational procedures on sanctions alert handling for all alert types including documenting the decision rationale. Speed and accuracy of decision making is essential.
• Perform analysis of potential matches against sanctions lists alerted through sanctions screening of customers and transactions.
• Communicate with customers when further information is required as part of reviewing against sanctions lists.
• Escalate alerts that may raise any potential reporting requirements.
• Provide inputs in order to refine automated sanctions screening risk methodology reduce false positives mitigate sanctions risks and improve customer experience.
• Able to take ownership and accountability for all cases knowledge sharing and projects/tasks if any.

Qualifications :

About you: 

• Youre eligible to work in Hungary - we dont offer visa support for this role!
• Youre flexible with working hours - your shifts will include afternoons and 4 weekend shifts
• Your verbal and written English skills are excellent;
• You have an exceptionally inquisitive mind. You are always looking out for more information where available however you are able to cut through the noise;
• You have a great eye for detail. You are meticulous and can look at information with factual precision;
• You have exceptional logical thinking. You are naturally able to interpret data and draw logical conclusions;
• You have great communication skills both written and verbal. You are able to express your thoughts concisely and logically; youre able to communicate in a cross-team environment;
• Youre able to articulate and justify your decisions. You are confident and comfortable making independent judgement calls;
• Youre able to work under pressure. You can multitask efficiently and take responsibility in challenging situations;
• Youre punctual independent proactive and curious to learn;
• Youre a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects;
• Youre open to and value feedback in order to improve;
• Previous experience or knowledge about Sanctions is beneficial.

Additional Information :

If youre ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a meaningful impact wed love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter in English on or before 22nd of December 2025.

In your cover letter please explain your interest in this role and why you want to join the Sanctions team.

Note: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

We will start interviewing for this position from day 1 so we would recommend applying rather sooner than later - otherwise someone else might grab your dream job 

Our Hiring Process

1. Application Review: We evaluate your experience and skills. 
2. Homework: You will have 3 calendar days to complete a practical exercise relevant to the role.
3. Final Interview: An in-depth discussion with our Team Leads to assess your technical and cultural fit.

For everyone everywhere. Were people building money without borders  without judgement or prejudice too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse equitable and inclusive.

Were proud to have a truly international team and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time