AML Analyst

Zeller; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fintech company is seeking an AML Compliance Analyst to join their Risk and Compliance team in London. The ideal candidate will have over a year of experience in preventing financial crime, with solid knowledge of AML regulations in the UK. This role offers a chance to work on investigations, prepare suspicious activity reports, and contribute to a strong compliance culture in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Equity from an early stage

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in preventing Financial Crime.
• Strong understanding of AML investigations and typologies.
• Experience liaising with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyse alerts from the Transaction Monitoring System (TMS).
• Prepare detailed case files for Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Conduct investigations into customer behaviour and transaction flows.

Skills

Preventing Financial Crime

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

We believe that businesses of all sizes deserve better financial and payment products and services. Traditionally, businesses of all sizes are let down by slow applications, protracted onboarding, opaque pricing, restrictive contracts and forced to use outdated solutions that no longer meet the innovative requirements of modern business.

We started our journey four years ago, and have since helped tens of thousands of Australian businesses reduce the complexity and time taken to take and make payments, manage complex fleets of payment hardware, store and save money and lead the conversation in business-to-business fintech. We’re now taking our next steps in expanding our industry and world leading capabilities into the United Kingdom.

Our company is backed by leading global VCs, and brings together experienced payment and tech industry professionals who are aiming to redefine business banking and the way businesses get paid by their customers.

If you are passionate, curious, hungry and seeking an opportunity to make your mark on Fintech in the United Kingdom, with the strength of a global team behind you - we’d love to talk to you. This is a unique opportunity to shape, direct and build better financial services for all UK businesses.

Role description

Zeller is searching for an AML Compliance Analyst to join our growing Risk and Compliance team. This is a crucial role where you will play a key part in protecting our business and customers.

As an AML Compliance Analyst, you\'ll be on the front lines, helping us build and maintain a robust compliance culture. You\'ll use your sharp analytical skills to identify, investigate, and report suspicious activity, ensuring we meet all regulatory obligations. Your work will directly support our mission to provide a secure and trusted financial platform for our merchants.

This position is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and has a strong sense of ownership. You\'ll thrive on a challenge, be eager to learn, and be motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact. We believe in providing the resources and support for you to do incredible things, and you\'ll have ample opportunities to grow your skills and career within a fast-paced and innovative fintech environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse alerts generated by the Transaction Monitoring System (TMS), conduct detailed investigations, and escalate unusual or suspicious activity in line with AML policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear, well-documented case files for potential Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), ensuring timely escalation to the MLRO or relevant compliance authority.
• Conduct end-to-end investigations into customer behaviour and transaction flows, leveraging internal systems, open-source intelligence, and third-party tools to assess risk exposure.
• Monitor daily transactional activity across multiple payment channels to detect potential money laundering, fraud, or other financial crimes, in alignment with internal thresholds and regulatory requirements.
• Manage periodic KYC refresh cycles and perform ongoing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) to maintain portfolio integrity and support long-term compliance objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (KYC, Fraud, Operations, etc.) to resolve cases and share intelligence on emerging risks.
• Support regulatory obligations, audits, and special projects, contributing to a strong culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• 1+ years experience in preventing Financial Crime
• A Bachelor’s degree, or a track record of experience that proves it was not required
• Knowledge of the Money Laundering Regulations and regulatory requirements in the UK
• A strong understanding of AML investigations and typologies
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• An enquiring and analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Experience liaising with cross-functional teams including Customer Success, Sales and Marketing
• A good understanding of why preventing Financial Crime is important

Bonus Points (Nice to have)

• You have experience in Banking, Financial Services, Payments or a Government or Regulatory body (e.g. Financial Conduct Authority)
• You have been part of a high-growth startup environment before
• You have a relevant industry certification (e.g. CAMS, CFCS)

Benefits

• An opportunity to shape and build the future of Zeller from the ground up in the UK
• A competitive salary package, including equity from an early stage
• A balanced, progressive, and supportive work environment
• Endless learning and development opportunities
• Excellent parental leave and other leave entitlements
• Being part of a fast-growing and ambitious scale-up

At Zeller, we celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, and strongly encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply to join our team. We want you to be able to show up at your best during the recruitment process. Please, let us know if you require any accommodations during your interview process with us.