Financial Crime Analyst (London)

Location: London

Type: Full-time

About the Role

Are you passionate about combating financial crime and making a real impact in the world of international banking? We are seeking a skilled Financial Crime Analyst to join our dynamic team. You will play a crucial role as part of the second line of defence, supporting the Financial Crime Department in monitoring, investigating, and preventing financial crime activities in line with our robust Financial Crime Monitoring & Assurance Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess internal suspicious activity reports, recommending follow-up actions under the guidance of the MLRO.
• Maintain the fraud investigation register and all related documentation.
• Draft disclosures for submission to law enforcement agencies.
• Keep accurate records of all internal SARs and disclosures.
• Assist with financial crime review audits and 2LOD assurance testing.
• Conduct daily client database screening and payment matches using WorldCheck & Safewatch, escalating as needed.
• Perform batch screening and reporting with WorldCheck.
• Maintain departmental registers, regulatory change trackers, and project trackers.
• Track remediation actions resulting from monitoring and assurance work.
• Maintain RCSA registers and log new processes.
• Monitor audit point recommendations and support internal/external audit processes.
• Complete departmental administrative tasks as required.
• Assist with client investigations, including enhanced screening and adverse media checks.
• Support the review and update of financial crime procedures, standards, and frameworks.
• Conduct SLOD checks on EDD and CDD for new and existing customers, corporates, and financial institutions.
• Help deliver training and promote a strong risk culture across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Professional qualifications related to financial crime are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a financial crime-related role.

Competencies

• Professional and ethical at all times.
• Adaptable to a multicultural environment.
• Highly efficient, detail-oriented, and accurate.
• Strong team player who thrives in a dynamic, small team setting.
• Able to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Exceptional numeracy and literacy skills.
• Intellectually curious with innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable leveraging technology to address financial crime risks.
• Committed to high compliance standards and accountability.

Skills

• Proficient in Windows suite and general IT solutions.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory rules and legislation.
• Good awareness of market developments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset.

Why Join Us?

Be part of an international banking group with a commitment to integrity and innovation. Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions make a difference. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Ready to take the next step in your financial crime career? Apply today and help us set the standard for compliance and risk management in banking! All applications will be treated in strict confidence.