Senior AML Investigator

Are you passionate about tackling financial crime and ensuring a safe, compliant environment for millions of small businesses worldwide?

If so, this role may be for you.

About SumUp

SumUp is a leading global fintech company committed to leveling the playing field for small businesses. Since 2012, we’ve been a trusted partner for over 4 million merchants in 36 markets worldwide.

Our mission is to make business simple and affordable by providing tools that help entrepreneurs get paid, manage finances, and grow their customer relationships.

About the Team

Our AML team plays a vital role in protecting SumUp, our merchants, and the financial ecosystem at large.

We conduct in-depth investigations, ensure compliance with global AML regulations, and work closely with cross-functional teams to maintain a secure and trustworthy environment.

 As part of this team, you’ll contribute to building safer processes and supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.

What You Will Do

• Perform thorough PEP/Sanctions reviews and investigations, preparing well-structured reports for senior management decisions.

• Review UBO-related queries, conduct profile assessments and provide expert guidance to internal teams.

• Analyze and investigate transaction monitoring alerts for both incoming and outgoing transactions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, sharing knowledge and supporting AML best practices.

• Ensure high-quality, detail-oriented work while adapting effectively to a dynamic environment.

You’ll Be Great for This Role If

• You have 1–2 years of AML/KYC experience plus 1+ year handling PEP/Sanctions escalations and report compilation.

• You bring solid knowledge of AML regulations, financial products, and investigative techniques.

• You’re skilled with analytical tools (Excel, Tableau) and quick to learn internal systems.

• You communicate clearly in English and work well with diverse teams.

• You’re proactive, organised, detail-oriented and uphold high ethical and professional standards.

Why You Should Join SumUp

🌎 Opportunity to work in a truly global, multicultural team from our cozy Vilnius office in the Quadrum centre, steps from the Old Town and river. This involves an office-first setup
🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced
🚀 Enrolment onto our VSOP program: you will own a stake in SumUp’s future success
🏖️ Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus public and special holidays
🏥 Peace of mind: health insurance through Gjensidige and life & accidental coverage from Ergo
💪 Stay active: gym membership allowance to help you keep fit on your terms
🛍 Everyday savings: access discounts on hundreds of brands via our Corporate Benefits platform
🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team.

This Job is on-site in Vilnius

About SumUp: At SumUp, we believe in the everyday hero – small business owners. We create powerful, easy-to-use financial solutions to help them succeed. Our diverse teams across Europe, South America, and the United States work together with a founder's mentality and a 'team-first' attitude.

SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusion. We strictly prohibit harassment of any kind and ensure a healthy and safe workplace.

To apply, submit your resume directly; we do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate.