AML / KYC Analyst, Financial Crime

Pwc; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a candidate for an AML/KYC role in Kingston upon Thames. The successful candidate will conduct reviews, monitor transactions, and help manage compliance-related tasks. This role requires AML/KYC expertise and a detail-oriented approach, providing opportunities for professional growth and skill development within a collaborative team environment. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML/KYC processes or willingness to learn.
• Strong understanding of regulatory developments.
• Proven KYC/AML experience in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out AML/KYC reviews on customer files.
• Monitor customer transactions for suspicious behavior.
• Manage own allocation and meet productivity targets.

Skills

AML/KYC processes

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Description & Summary

PwC delivers operational solutions to clients across a range of situations often associated with their regulatory, risk and / or compliance agendas. We bring together insight, highly skilled operational resources and an unrivalled technology offering to provide a high quality and cost effective solution to operational delivery challenges. Our capabilities stretch across a number of service offerings including: Financial Crime Operations, Customer Management, and Compliance Testing. As a part of this team you will work with PwC colleagues from across the globe. Those in other assurance services at PwC will focus on providing assurance services to organisations in respect of other laws and regulations (excluding statutory financial statement audits). Working in this area, you will have knowledge of particular industry or local/international non-audit assurance requirements/practices. We are looking for talent who are well versed in financial crime, specifically AML/KYC processes and practices, and who are passionate about the subject matter - always looking for ways to improve, grow and develop. Candidates will be provided with a challenging role that will provide you with the skills and development opportunities to grow your career alongside a growing team and firm. We are passionate about the work we deliver and the knowledge we can provide to clients and we are passionate about providing you with the tools and skills you’ll need to do this too. The successful candidate will be included in our specific training framework, tailored to match your skills, needs, and personal career aspirations. At the Administrative level, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Carry out AML / KYC reviews on customer files by gathering information gained either from the public domain and / or from client and customer.
• Monitoring of customer transactions and identifying suspicious behaviour to provide a complete picture of customer activity.
• Respond to requests for information regarding appropriate KYC documents by conducting the necessary due diligence review for Low/Medium/High risk customers.
• Proactively manage your own allocation and meet daily, monthly productivity and quality targets by seeking clear guidance, instruction or coaching to help fulfil your role.
• Update metrics trackers accurately and in a timely manner including client and relevant workflow systems.
• Work collaboratively to drive ideas / solutions with peer, Team Leaders and managers which improve client and PwC's efficiency process.
• Implement and adapt to new or changing processes quickly.
• Proactively build relationships with all team members within PwC including engagement with client teams as well as customers of our clients.
• Experience in AML / KYC processes and procedures or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of regulatory developments driving the industry and key issues affecting regulated firms.
• Experience in dealing with different types of company structures in different jurisdictions, funds and banking products.
• Experience in dealing with transaction monitoring and escalations of suspicious activity on customer accounts and protocols.
• A high level of attention to detail and a strong focus on quality and experience following strict processes and requirements.
• Experience in conducting peer quality reviews and strong coaching and feedback skills.
• Demonstrate an inquisitive nature which is inclined to investigate, identify issues and solve problems.
• Proven KYC / AML experience gained within the financial services sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage own performance and meet targets in fast paced, pressured environment.

Education

• Associate Degree with an Accounting or Finance specialization
• Work experience in AML / KYC would be an asset