AML & Sanctions Analyst

Clyde & Co; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clyde & Co is seeking a Business Acceptance Unit (BAU) Associate to assist in anti-money laundering processes. This role involves client verification, risk management, and compliance-related tasks throughout a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and experience with regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anti-money laundering legislation is desirable.
• Experience with management systems like Intapp or Elite Enterprise is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners and members in the new business inception process.
• Research and verify new clients, conduct risk assessments.
• Maintain knowledge on AML and sanctions regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Service orientation

Teamwork skills

Ability to manage workload

Flexibility

Confidence in dealing with senior management

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree or relevant qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Intapp or Elite Enterprise

Job description

Department: Business Acceptance Unit (BAU)

Location: London or Manchester

Reports To: Conflicts & Compliance Team Leaders & Head of BAU

Working Pattern: The BAU provides a business-critical service with global coverage Monday to Friday. Hours are 9:00 to 17:30.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Role

You will be responsible for assisting partners and other members of Clyde & Co with the new business inception process, ensuring compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements. The focus will be on anti-money laundering processes for new and existing clients, ongoing client monitoring, sanctions checks, and other risk management procedures.

The Team

You will be part of the BAU Team, reporting to the Conflicts and Compliance Team Leaders and the Head of BAU. The team includes Team Leaders, Senior Conflicts and Compliance Analysts, Conflicts and Compliance Analysts, Assistants, and AML paralegals.

Key Responsibilities

Anti-Money Laundering

• Researching, identifying, and verifying new clients using online data providers and resources.
• Analyzing and establishing corporate structures and tracing ultimate beneficial owners.
• Advising Case Handlers on additional information or documentation required.
• Researching and identifying PEPs and high-risk clients by creating online profiles.
• Assigning risk ratings and escalating cases as necessary.
• Seeking sign-off from MLROs and Risk Partners when needed.
• Assisting in ongoing client monitoring and updating Client Due Diligence.
• Recording all AML documentation and risk assessments accurately in the client management software.

Compliance

• Maintaining knowledge on AML and sanctions regulations.
• Screening clients and matters for sanctions and escalating adverse findings.
• Responding to queries from Case Handlers and escalating urgent issues.
• Supporting project execution as required.

Experience

• Knowledge of anti-money laundering legislation (Desirable).
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong customer focus and communication skills.
• Degree or relevant qualifications (Desirable).
• Experience with management systems like Intapp or Elite Enterprise (Desirable).

Skills

• Strategic thinking with commercial awareness.
• Service orientation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage workload and adapt to change.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist others.
• Confidence in dealing with senior management.
• Ability to work under pressure with a proactive attitude.

The Firm

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm specializing in sectors like insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade, and commodities. It operates across over 60 offices worldwide, committed to diversity, inclusion, and responsible business practices.

Our Values

• Work as one
• Excel with clients
• Celebrate difference
• Act boldly

Business Services Competencies

We provide extensive development opportunities across areas such as Technical Excellence, People and Team, Client Relationships, Service Delivery, and Personal Effectiveness. The job description may be amended as needed to meet business requirements.