We are recruiting for an AML Analyst to join a growing Governance, Risk & Compliance function within a regulated financial services environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance, KYC, or financial crime professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and fast-paced organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Client Onboarding & Due Diligence
- Support the end-to-end onboarding of new clients.
- Review and verify customer documentation in line with KYC, AML and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks.
- Identify and raise potential risks, discrepancies or missing information.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for internal stakeholders throughout the onboarding process.
Screening & Financial Crime Monitoring
- Carry out sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening.
- Investigate onboarding and monitoring alerts.
- Review transaction monitoring alerts and elevate suspicious activity where appropriate.
- Support the business in maintaining effective financial crime controls.
Risk & Compliance Support
- Assist with client and transaction risk assessments.
- Support periodic reviews and ongoing monitoring activities.
- Maintain accurate records and audit trails.
- Prepare management information (MI) and compliance reporting.
- Contribute to the review and improvement of compliance policies, procedures and controls.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Work collaboratively with Front Office, Operations and Risk teams.
- Provide guidance on onboarding and regulatory requirements.
- Support compliance training and promote a strong compliance culture across the business.
Who we are looking for
Essential
- Experience within Compliance, Financial Crime, AML, KYC, CDD/EDD or Client Onboarding.
- Strong understanding of AML regulations and financial crime controls.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Ability to assess risk and raise concerns appropriately.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience within FX, Payments, Banking or Financial Services.
- Knowledge of FCA requirements, JMLSG guidance and Money Laundering Regulations.
- Experience using onboarding, screening or compliance systems.
- Exposure to regulatory reviews, audits or management reporting.
- Financial crime qualification would be advantageous
Why you will love working here
- Basic Salary £30,000 to £40,000 depending on experience
- Opportunity to join a growing compliance function.
- Exposure to a broad range of AML, KYC and financial crime activities.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Genuine opportunity to progress within a regulated financial services business.
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