Financial Crime Analyst – (Ref: 98) in Leicester

Financial Crime Analyst – (Ref: 98)

The role can be based at either Leicester / Salisbury / Bolton or Bristol

Permanent

Hybrid

Full Time

Overview of WBR Group

WBR Group is a leading provider of Small Self-Administered Scheme (SSAS) administration, actuarial, law and tax advisory services. With a focus on delivering excellent outcomes for business owners, SMEs, entrepreneurs, and families, WBR Group offers personalised and proactive administration services for their clients.

Role Summary

The Financial Crime Analyst supports the firm’s financial crime compliance framework through the delivery of customer due diligence, screening, monitoring, and case review activity across a regulated professional services environment.

Working closely with the MLRO, and the wider business, the role requires sound analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to apply policy and regulatory requirements consistently in day-to-day decision-making.

This is a hands-on role suited to an individual who can manage core financial crime processes effectively, exercise developing technical judgement, and contribute confidently to the review of higher-risk or more complex matters with appropriate oversight.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the business with standard and enhanced due diligence on new and existing clients, including individuals, corporates, trusts, and politically exposed persons.
• Review and assess customer due diligence, source of wealth, and source of funds information, providing clear guidance to colleagues and escalating gaps where appropriate.
• Carry out sanctions, politically exposed person, and adverse media screening, and review associated alerts in line with internal procedures.
• Oversee, support and conduct periodic reviews to ensure client records remain current, appropriately risk rated, and supported by complete and accurate information.
• Review and investigate transaction monitoring alerts and support the ongoing monitoring of higher-risk clients in line with internal policy and regulatory requirements.
• Provide analytical support to the MLRO on complex matters, including higher-risk client reviews and the preparation of suspicious activity reporting for internal escalation.
• Support the MLRO with preparation of Financial Crime Risk Assessments.
• Maintain accurate records, case notes, and management information to support effective oversight, reporting, and audit readiness.
• Support the business with financial crime queries and contribute to the delivery of financial crime awareness training where required.
• Keep up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developments, including UK financial crime legislation, sanctions requirements, and applicable supervisory guidance.
• Support regulatory reporting and contribute to the effective operation of the Risk & Compliance team, including adherence to firm policies, company values, and applicable pre-employment screening requirements.
• Support the wider Governance, Risk and Compliance team where required.
• Comply with the Health & Safety Guidelines as set out in the Health & Safety Management System document
• Demonstrate behaviours in line with our Company Values ‘PEER’
• Ensure compliance with our Company policies, procedures and guidelines
• The role may be subject to credit & DBS checks

Skills & Experience Required

• At least two years’ experience in financial crime compliance within professional services, financial services, legal services or another regulated environment.
• Good working knowledge of the UK anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework, including customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Practical experience of conducting KYC and CDD reviews, including more complex client structures such as trusts, partnerships, and offshore entities.
• Experience using screening platforms.
• Strong analytical skills, sound attention to detail, and the ability to make well-reasoned decisions within established policies and escalation routes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and deliver work to deadline in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to provide practical guidance to colleagues and elevate issues appropriately.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and a proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Qualification Requirements

• Relevant compliance qualification (e.g., ICA Certificate in AML or equivalent) desirable

Application deadline: 30/10/2026

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