Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

We are delighted to be working in partnership with a long standing client located in Edinburgh who are looking to recruit an AML Compliance Officer / Analyst to join them on a full time, permanent basis. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced individual looking for an opportunity within a firm which truly values their staff. Working as part of a small team, supporting the wider business you will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the firms compliance strategy and coordinate client and matter take on procedures and instructions in line with AML process and procedures.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Carry out AML and Client Due Diligence (CDD) checks on all new client and matter instructions to ensure they comply with AML regulations. This will include analysing high risk factors including PEP involvement, state ownership, complex structures, high risk jurisdictions (including EU high-risk third countries), sanctions information, intelligence and other reporting systems.
• Giving advice on enhanced due diligence, ongoing monitoring requirements, any specific CDD requirements, best practice and AML queries to Partners and fee earners to ensure appropriate CDD is obtained to comply with AML procedures.
• Discuss where required the content of CDD forms and directly liaise with fee earners and matter managers.
• Conduct analysis on relevant sanctions notifications including from the UN, EU, UK and US. Investigate and escalate potential legal and reputational issues to the MLRO and assist with drafting any referral.
• Report on clients who do not have appropriate CDD and liaise with colleagues accordingly.
• Undertake verification of identity checks.
• Review incoming funds to the firm’s client account.
• Prepare and review risk assessments of clients.
• Produce regular reports and statistics for the Partners and matter managers.
• Draft Suspicious Activity Reports ('SARs') under the supervision of the Compliance Manager and the MLRO, including submission of SARs to the National Crime Agency ('NCA') and ensure internal records are kept up to date.
• Draft and update AML procedures in accordance with regulatory changes and firm’s policy under the supervision of the Compliance Manager and MLRO.
• Assist with the audit of CDD forms and client files, reporting on findings and providing feedback to the matter managers.
• Support the Compliance Manager with other compliance related work as required.

To be considered for this opportunity, our client does require the following experience /background:

• Previous experience working within an AML environment within the Legal sector required.
• Experience of Anti-Bribery and Corruption compliance.
• Excellent analytical skills and great attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to interact effectively with others and people of all levels across the business.
• Highly organised with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Strong work ethic with high standards at all times.
• Ability to work under pressure and juggle a variety of tasks.
• Strong IT Skills and ability to use different systems including MS Office, Intranet.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to be flexible and proactive.

Reward:

• Excellent starting salary which will be discussed at time of application.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Excellent training and a clear career path.
• Pension.
• Flexible working upon request.
• Life Assurance.
• Various incentives and rewards.

Please note that sponsorship of any Visas is not possible for this role.

Next Steps:

For further information, please apply by emailing your CV to Utopian Recruitment ASAP. Our client is looking to interview and recruit these positions as soon as possible.

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