Financial Crime Analyst

Our client, a leading service provider, is recruiting for a Financial Crime Analyst to join their business in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities:

• Perform screening reviews, including Sanctions, PEP, and Adverse Media concerns.

• Conduct real -time and periodic reviews of customer, vendor, and transactional data to identify any individuals, entities, or countries subject to sanctions.

• Perform due diligence checks to determine if customers or business partners qualify as Politically Exposed Persons(PEP).

• Monitor news sources, databases, and other relevant information channels to identify any adverse media concerning customers or entities.

• Monitor and analyze customer transactions to detect and investigate unusual or suspicious activities in accordance with AML regulations.

• Perform in -depth analysis of customer profiles, transactions, and associated data to identify potential AML risks.

• Implement and manage fraud detection strategies to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities.

• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure all new customers comply with AML and KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements.

• Conduct thorough Enhanced Due Diligence during customer onboarding to assess potential risks.

• Work with the Onboarding team to streamline processes and ensure efficient and compliant customer onboarding experiences

• Communicate with MLROs and Compliance team to facilitate the AML review process and address any AML -related inquiries.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in AML space, preferably within the financial Services sector.

• Fraud Expertise: Experience in fraud detection and prevention, with a strong understanding of fraud schemes and mitigation strategies.

• Onboarding Knowledge: Familiarity with UK and EEA customer onboarding processes, including AML and KYC requirements.

• Proactive and Organized: Proven ability to work proactively, stay organized, and efficiently manage tasks even under pressure.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of UK and EEA AML regulations and processes.

• Balanced Approach: Ability to strike a healthy balance between commercial drive and risk management, ensuring both business growth and regulatory compliance.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and clients.

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks and documentation.

• Self -Motivated: Ability to self -motivate, take initiative, and inspire colleagues to excel.

• Time Management: Proficiency in multitasking and managing tasks with tight timelines and deliverables.

• Responsive: Adept at responding promptly to client and colleague inquiries.

• Adaptable: Open to change, committed to continuous learning, and future -oriented in your approach.

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