Content Writer - Financial Crime, AML, and AI Technology

At Silent Eight, we develop our own AI-based products to combat financial crimes that enable things like money laundering, the financing of terrorism, and systemic corruption. We’re a leading RegTech firm working with large international financial institutions such as Standard Chartered Bank and HSBC. Join us and help make the world a safer place!

We’re looking for an experienced Content Writer who specializes in AML, financial crime, and AI-driven regulatory technology to join our growing team. This person will craft compelling, highly technical content that educates financial professionals, regulators, and technologists about the power of advanced AI in transforming AML and fraud detection. The ideal candidate will be a skilled writer with an in-depth understanding of the financial crime landscape and a passion for explaining complex AI/ML concepts in a clear, engaging way.

This remote position offers flexible working hours, with occasional travel for industry conferences or client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation for AML & Financial Crime Solutions: Produce high-quality content, including whitepapers, case studies, blog posts, product pages, playbooks, and social media posts, focused on AML, financial crime prevention, and fraud detection using AI/ML technology.
• AI & Technology Content: Create content that communicates the value of our AI-driven solutions in automating complex financial crime detection processes, improving compliance workflows, and reducing false positives in fraud detection.
• Simplifying Complex Concepts: Break down intricate technical topics (like machine learning, AI algorithms, predictive analytics, and risk-based decisioning) into clear, accessible language for both regulatory professionals and tech-savvy users within financial institutions.
• Research & Thought Leadership: Stay at the cutting edge of the AML, fraud, and FinCrime prevention landscape, conducting thorough research on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and the evolving role of AI in compliance to develop thought leadership articles and industry reports.
• Collaborative Content Development: Work closely with product managers, data scientists, and subject-matter experts to understand technical features and functionalities of our AI solutions, translating them into customer-centric content that highlights product benefits, use cases, and ROI.
• Content Strategy & SEO: Contribute to a content strategy that supports business goals, optimizing for SEO and driving traffic around key topics such as AI for AML, AI in fraud prevention, and financial crime risk management.
• Training & Internal Documentation: Develop internal resources, product training materials, and knowledge bases to help both customers and internal teams understand and maximize the use of our AI-based financial crime solutions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of financial crime prevention, AML regulations, fraud detection systems, and compliance workflows. Familiarity with international regulatory bodies (e.g., FATF, FinCEN, FCA, EU Directives) and industry standards is essential.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a talent for transforming highly technical topics into clear, engaging, and impactful content for diverse audiences.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders, including product teams, AI engineers, and compliance experts, to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Ability to write about advanced technologies, especially AI/ML, in simple, user-friendly language. Understanding of how AI is used to automate tasks like transaction monitoring, customer due diligence, and risk assessment is highly beneficial.
• Ability to quickly digest complex regulatory updates, financial crime trends, and technological advancements in AI to inform content creation.

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of content writing experience, ideally in AML, financial crime, or FinTech/RegTech. Experience writing about AI/ML technologies in the context of financial services or compliance is a plus.
• Experience in content strategy development and a strong understanding of how content can drive business growth, thought leadership, and customer education in niche, highly technical markets like FinTech/RegTech and financial crime prevention.
• Experience optimizing content for SEO, driving organic traffic through keyword research, content optimization, and building topical authority.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AI Knowledge: Familiarity with machine learning models, natural language processing (NLP), and advanced AI techniques used in fraud detection and financial crime prevention.
• Certifications: AML certifications or familiarity with financial crime compliance frameworks (e.g., ACAMS, CAMS, ACFE).
• Experience with Data Science or Fintech: Exposure to data-driven or AI-powered solutions in financial services, fraud detection, or regulatory technology will be considered a significant advantage.
• Education: Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field. Additional certifications or training in AML, fraud prevention, or RegTech will be highly valued.

Based on marketing analysis and other relevant considerations, the anticipated pay range for this role in the United States is $50,000 - $70,000. Actual compensation for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other factors and may vary from the anticipated range.

Why Join Us?
Mission-Driven Impact: Work with a team that is committed to reducing financial crime through innovative AI and regulatory technology solutions.

Innovative Environment: Be part of a rapidly evolving field at the intersection of AI and financial services, with the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Remote Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, with opportunities to participate in global industry events and conferences.

Collaborative Culture: Work with passionate, forward-thinking professionals in a collaborative, dynamic environment that encourages creativity and continuous learning.

If you're a skilled content writer with a passion for AML, fraud prevention, and cutting-edge AI technology, and you're excited to help shape the future of financial crime prevention, we’d love to hear from you.