CDD Analyst

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We’re a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile.

Most GTUK Locations considered outside of London - Hybrid/flexible working available.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. The Client Take-on and Continuance (CTOC) team are responsible for the onboarding process undertaken to identify, verify and risk assess the firm’s clients. Client Due Diligence (CDD), also referred to as Know Your Client (KYC), is an integral component of the Firm's onboarding process. CDD analysts play a key role in promoting and supporting risk management within the organisation, preserving and enhancing the firm’s value, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Their work enables the undertaking of risk assessments, with the goal of making well-informed decisions regarding a client’s suitability in alignment with the firm’s risk tolerance.

As a CDD Analyst in the Client Take-on and Continuance team, your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting CDD reviews on new and existing clients in accordance with firm policy, utilising both public sources and internal systems.
• Performing screening of clients to identify risks associated with sanctions, PEPs, and adverse media.
• Reporting any high-risk financial crime concerns to the Enhanced Due Diligence team and Financial Crime Team.
• Collaborating with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure accurate verification for all clients.
• Managing your own workload and meeting KPI targets while maintaining high quality standards.

Joining us as a CDD Analyst, the minimum criteria you’ll need is demonstrable experience in conducting KYC verification for different entity types and have knowledge of financial crime. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way:

• Comprehensive understanding and experience in handling diverse entity types throughout the entire CDD process.
• Familiarity with financial crime risk, including sanctions, PEPs, source of wealth, and adverse media.
• Proficiency in utilising external online search engines, company registries, as well as research and screening tools like Dow Jones and Dun and Bradstreet.
• Sound knowledge of AML/CDD regulations and industry guidelines.
• Strong organisational, communication, and time management abilities.

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves.