AML Analyst

Globally renowned US Law Firm is seeking an AML Analyst to join them for an itnital 6-12 month FTC, and play a pivotal role expanding their compliance offering in the London office:

• Highly competitive salary
• Hybrid working (4 days in the office / 1 day remote)
• Unrivalled employee benefits including an onsite cafeteria with complimentary refreshments and meals

The AML Analyst will undertake AML processes such as Client Due Diligence (CDD), analysis, risk assessments, ongoing monitoring and reporting. 

Key responsibilities for the AML Analyst:

• The AML Analyst will undertake AML processes such as Client Due Diligence (CDD), analysis, risk assessments, ongoing monitoring and reporting
• Review and assess the AML and reputational risk associated with new client and matter requests
• Perform CDD and screening for PEPs, Sanctions, etc
• Ensure all document research and analysis is thoroughly completed on clients and/or matters
• Perform investigations and escalate findings clearly and concisely for internal review by the AML Lawyer and MLRO
• Establish excellent working relationships with key internal stakeholders: partners, associates, assistants, Conflicts and New Business Intake and AML team

Key requirements for the AML Analyst:

• Relevant AML experience (preferably in an international law firm)
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong of all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)