AML Analyst

We are looking for an AML/CFT Analyst to join our AML Department.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of working within the AML compliance fields and have a strong understanding of the payments and finance sector. A team player with solid analytical and communication skills in English. The AML Analyst will report directly to the MLRO. 

Responsibilities: 

• Escalate suspicious activity and/or transactions to the MLRO 

• Collaborate closely with the first line of defense and be the point of reference for the Onboarding Officers in relation to CDD/KYC matters 

• Maintain the international sanctions lists and other internal backlists 

• Conduct second reviews of clients' applications (CDD/KYC, risk assessment and make sense analysis) and escalate where applicable 

• Assist in conducting periodic client reviews and ongoing monitoring 

• Monitor queues of alerts throughout the day to determine patterns of transaction activity between clients and counterparties

• Proactively identify anomalies in transactions and escalate such cases to the AML transaction monitoring manager

• Investigate the individual alerts to determine if there is potential suspicious activity and report such cases to the MLRO as required

• Assessing the jurisdictional relevance of the geographies of the transactions in between remitter and beneficiaries

• Maintain proper records of handled alerts together with the rationale for any decisions taken

• Any other matter as required by the business

Skills and experience:

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role within an AML or Compliance environment

• Strong knowledge of AML laws and regulations

• Highly analytical and key attention to detail

• Possess good communication skills in English

• Experienced with using Microsoft tools especially Microsoft Excel

Benefits:

Competitive remuneration package

• Private Healthcare & Dental Care

• Flexible working

• Central Location

• Fun, fast paced and multicultural learning environment

• Wellbeing package

• Performance bonus

• Refer a friend bonus scheme

• Comprehensive training and constant feedback

• Fun events, great colleagues and a fresh, vibrant workplace with a variety of cultures