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Sr. Associate, AML Compliance- Corporate & Investment Banking

Company: Santander US

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The Sr. Associate, AML Compliance position in New York, USA, involves managing AML investigations, SAR filing, enhanced due diligence, high-risk customer surveillance, special investigations, and OFAC compliance. The role requires ensuring adherence to BSA/AML, OFAC, and USA PATRIOT Act regulations. Key responsibilities include developing models for risk identification, serving as a subject matter expert, coaching AML Analysts, interacting with stakeholders, detecting suspicious trends, and collaborating on high-risk projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, or equivalent, with a Master's preferred and 9+ years of compliance experience. Essential skills include quantitative modeling, database management, statistical analysis, excellent communication, project management, critical thinking, and risk mitigation.

Administrative Assistant

Company: ZS

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Business Process Owner, NAM G&O, Domestic Trade Execution

Company: Louis Dreyfus Company

Location: Kansas City, MO

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Louis Dreyfus Company, a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, is undertaking a strategic program to transform business processes globally. The company is seeking a Trade Execution Business Process Owner (BPO) for a multiregion crossfunctional project team. The BPO will coordinate input from subject matter experts, define forward-thinking business processes, and focus on standardization and automation. The role requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, organizational abilities, and excellent communication skills. The company offers a dynamic international environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Finance Analyst

Company: Coca-Cola

Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Financial Analyst for their Mexico Concentrate Plant. The role involves managing service contracts, accounting integrations, balance sheet reconciliation, report preparation, sales process oversight, insurance claim follow-ups, and intercompany balance matching. The ideal candidate should have experience in financial processes, computer skills, and teamwork abilities. The company offers a supportive work environment, recognition for hard work, and a competitive compensation package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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