AML Analyst

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an AML Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in the Anti-Money Laundering team. This position involves client onboarding, ongoing monitoring, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with AML regulations. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment that values professional development and work-life balance. With generous benefits, including flexible working arrangements and comprehensive wellbeing support, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Salary reviews twice a year

Generous annual leave

Flexible hybrid working policy

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Support for professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of AML legislation and industry guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client onboarding and ongoing monitoring.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather necessary information.
• Support AML program administration and training.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering regulations

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Job description

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Job Title: AML Analyst

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced AML Analyst to join our growing Anti-Money Laundering team. The role involves completing client onboarding and refresher procedures.

You will report to the AML Manager and handle client onboarding for new clients as well as ongoing monitoring of existing clients. The ideal candidate will have practical knowledge of AML legislation, industry guidance, and experience onboarding complex client structures. You will collaborate with managers and partners to ensure seamless client due diligence and navigate complex requirements, responding effectively to client objections.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and assess data for corporate entities and individuals from sources such as Companies House to identify additional required information and documents.
• Perform electronic checks of client identification and investigate system-generated referrals.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, and solicitors to gather additional information not publicly available.
• Assist with ongoing client monitoring, updating checks for adverse media, PEPs, and sanctions.
• Identify PSC discrepancies, report internally, and monitor their resolution.
• Stay updated on legislative changes related to AML.
• Support the Anti-Money Laundering Officer with AML program administration, including staff training, policy updates, technical updates, and other tasks.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience working within an accounting or professional services organization.
• Good knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering regulations.
• Ability to meet deadlines with strong time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills, including MS Office.
• Degree-level education or equivalent.

Benefits

• Salary reviews twice a year to recognize contributions.
• Generous annual leave: 25 days plus three days at Christmas.
• Flexible hybrid working policy supporting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support: Health Cash Plan, Digicare+, Employee Assistance Programme, and more.
• Support for professional subscriptions and development.
• Inclusive employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Moore Kingston Smith, we believe in the potential of our people to make a positive impact, driven by genuine understanding.

We work with clients of all sizes across various sectors, providing multidisciplinary advisory, tax, and audit services locally, nationally, and globally through the Moore Global network.

We value respect, collaboration, and active listening, fostering understanding with clients, colleagues, and communities. We are committed to promoting positive change for the future.