AML Compliance Officer | London, UK

Fisher Investments; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an experienced AML Officer to join their Compliance Team in London. This role is crucial in safeguarding the firm against financial crime and ensuring compliance with AML and CTF regulations. You will be responsible for handling AML queries, reviewing policies, and conducting risk assessments. The company prides itself on its client-centric approach and offers a range of employee benefits including health coverage and training opportunities. If you are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Retirement plans

Gym subsidies

Wellbeing services

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• 2+ years in AML roles within finance or banking.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Handle AML queries and escalate as needed.
• Review and update AML policies regularly.
• Conduct financial crime control testing.

Skills

AML legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Experience in AML role

Understanding of CTF and CDD

Tools

AML screening systems

Excel

Job description

The Opportunity:

FIUK is seeking an experienced AML Officer to join the Compliance Team. The AML team plays a vital role in safeguarding the firm from financial crime, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory standards for Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing.

The Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

1. Handle AML / CDD queries and escalations from the business using a risk-based approach.
2. Review and update AML policies and procedures regularly in collaboration with the wider AML team.
3. Contribute to the Business Wide Financial Crime Risk Assessment alongside the Risk team.
4. Conduct regular testing of 1LoD financial crime controls as part of the AML team.
5. Implement department-specific AML training and communicate updates on regulatory and legislative changes.
6. Prepare and review annual regulatory reports with the AML team.
7. Gather and report AML MI to the Head of Compliance, the Board, AML committees, and leadership as required.
8. Review and investigate PEP, Sanction, and litigation alerts from screening software.
9. Monitor upcoming changes to AML legislation and regulation.
10. Support disclosures of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the National Crime Agency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an AML role within finance, banking, or wealth management preferred.
• Understanding of AML, CTF, and CDD legislation and regulations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in engaging at an executive level.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Self-motivated, diligent, and eager to learn.
• Capable of meeting deadlines under short turnaround times.
• Proficiency with IT systems; good Excel skills preferred.
• High attention to detail.
• Knowledge of AML screening systems is a plus.

Why Fisher Investments Europe:

Fisher Investments distinguishes itself by prioritizing clients, delivering exceptional service, and adopting a personalized investment approach. We align with our clients' best interests through transparent fees and reputable European custodians.

We value our employees and offer benefits such as comprehensive health coverage, generous leave, enhanced maternity pay, family benefits, retirement plans, gym subsidies, wellbeing services, and ongoing training. This role is based in-office, with potential hybrid working options depending on role and performance.

*Employees outside the US will receive the equivalent of $10,000 in local currency.

Fisher Investments Europe is an equal opportunity employer.