Account Risk Associate

Weatherbys Ltd; Wellingborough; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Account Risk Associate to join their dynamic team in Wellingborough. This hybrid role offers a blend of office and remote work, allowing you to conduct vital account reviews and ensure customer due diligence. Ideal candidates will possess strong investigative skills, excellent written communication, and a keen eye for detail. With a supportive team environment and a commitment to client satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of family banking while enjoying competitive benefits and a rewarding career path.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Pension scheme

Onsite subsidised restaurant

Free onsite parking

Discounts through Reward Gateway

Qualifications

• Experience in a financial institution with strong investigative skills.
• Ability to write high-quality reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conducting account reviews and evaluating risk for clients.
• Monitoring transactions for AML and risk considerations.
• Writing reports on findings and recommendations.

Skills

Investigative Skills

Written Communication

Numeracy

Administrative Experience

Job description

ACCOUNT RISK ASSOCIATE

WELLINGBOROUGH (HYBRID)

Do you have an inquisitive and curious mind? Put it to good use conducting account reviews for Weatherbys Private Bank and Racing Bank clients, evaluating risk and ensuring appropriate customer due diligence is in place.

THE PRACTICAL BITS

You will be based in our Wellingborough head office and will need to work onsite during training, after which you can work from home up to 3 days per week. Working hours are 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

WHY JOIN US?

You will do a lot of investigation, so if you delight in digging around to find things out, you will really enjoy this role. You will be part of a friendly team of five, so there is always someone to help.

Salary

up to £27,000 per annum depending on experience.

Benefits include

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 28 with length of service)
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Onsite subsidised restaurant
• Free onsite parking
• A range of discounts and benefits through our Reward Gateway platform

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Appraising and investigating Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) documentations held on file
• Monitoring transactions for Anti Money Laundering (AML) and other risk considerations
• Investigating potential risk, money laundering, and due diligence issues
• Writing reports with findings and recommendations regarding risk levels and remedial actions
• Highlighting discrepancies or changes in risk ratings to the relevant banking relationship manager and the Risk Advisory and Assurance team

What You Will Bring

• Administrative experience in a financial institution
• A curious and inquisitive mind
• Excellent written communication skills – able to write reports of high quality
• Good levels of numeracy

It Would Be Nice for You to Have

• A good working knowledge of FCA regulation and guidelines including KYC, KBB, and AML
• Experience in an analytic or investigative role

Who We Are

Weatherbys is one of the best-regarded independent banking groups in the UK, winning Private Bank of the Year at the Spear’s UK Wealth Management awards in 2021 and 2023. We are continually evolving and looking to the future, always putting our clients at the heart of everything we do. Find out more at www.weatherbys.bank.

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