Sanctions/AML Analyst in Newcastle upon Tyne

Location: London, UK (hybrid); Company: Navro – Pioneering the Future of Payments

This isn’t a "sit in the back and wait for alerts" job. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our growing team in the UK in the unique hybrid role of Sanctions/AML monitoring and Payment Operations. This is a "growth" position. While the core of the role involves keeping our payments safe and moving, we will provide the training and mentorship needed to eventually progress into complex KYB and Financial Crime investigations. You won’t have layers of approval slowing you down. You’ll be on the front lines ensuring that people get paid accurately and securely.

What This Role Demands:

• You Own the Flow – You’re accountable for ensuring payments are compliant and successful. If a payment is stuck, you fix it.
• You Are the First Line – You don’t just "look" at alerts; you analyse them for real suspicious behaviour and potential financial crime.
• You Handle the Pressure – This role covers peak operational hours. You balance high alert volumes with tight payment processing timelines.
• You’re Hands‑On – You’re deep in the data, identifying trends in failed transactions or validating screening matches.
• You’re Here for the Journey – You’re ready to learn, grow, and pivot from basic monitoring to complex financial crime investigations.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Sanctions & AML Monitoring: Review real‑time transaction alerts for potential Sanctions, PEP, or Adverse Media matches.
• Payment Operations: Monitor payment flows to ensure timely processing and investigate any stuck or failed transactions.
• Screening & Due Diligence: Perform initial Customer Due Diligence (CDD) on clients and beneficiaries using industry‑standard tools.
• Alert Investigation: Analyze suspicious behaviour and manage the escalation lifecycle to senior compliance members.
• Communication: Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external banking partners to resolve payment queries.
• Process Improvement: Suggest ways to make our operations faster, safer, and more efficient.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in AML/KYC, Sanctions screening, or Back‑office Operations. Fintech or Banking experience is a major plus.
• Tool Ninja: Familiarity with transaction monitoring and screening software.
• Detail‑Obsessed: You don’t miss a thing. You can spot a suspicious name variation or a mismatched payment reference at a glance.
• Problem Solver: Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of how money moves globally.
• Communication: Ability to coordinate effectively with banking partners and internal teams under pressure.
• Growth Mindset: A proactive professional who is ready to take ownership and level up their compliance career.

Work Schedule

Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts covering 07:00 to 22:00 GMT.

As part of this role you will receive the following:

• You will enjoy 26 days of annual leave (excluding Bank holidays)
• Volunteering & Compassionate leaves
• Maternity and Paternity leaves
• Private Healthcare
• Company Options Scheme
• Team socials
• Comprehensive, interactive & engaging Training – Leadership, Communication and Presentation Skills, Behavioural Profiling, Conflict Management, etc.
• Flexibility surrounding other commitments; within your team we will work around child‑care or other appointments you have. We just ask for advance notice!
• Working in a diverse and inclusive environment where we ensure that our people thrive.