Support client onboarding, KYC and AML due diligence, sanctions and PEP screening, adverse media reviews, transaction monitoring, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting. Investigate and escalate financial crime alerts, maintain audit trails, assist with compliance policy improvements, and collaborate with Front Office, Operations, Risk, and the MLRO to strengthen regulatory controls.
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.
Working closely with the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), you will play a key role in ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of regulatory compliance, client onboarding, and financial crime prevention.
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 escalate 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 escalate 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 escalate 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 £38,000 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.
If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more!
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