AML & Sanctions Analyst: CDD & Risk Review

Dentons Canada; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentons in London seeks a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract AML/Compliance Analyst to support the AML Operations Manager and the Global Head of AML and Sanctions Compliance. You will perform client due diligence and advise on financial crime risks to ensure compliance with AML legislation.

Responsibilities include CDD, sanctions screening, risk assessments, ongoing client monitoring, and assisting with internal audits and training.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years legal or compliance experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Relevant university degree is required.
• Strong research skills using relevant information sources and IT tools.
• Knowledge of compliance rules and regulations (client care, conflicts, confidentiality, anti-bribery, money laundering, sanctions).
• Ability to assemble research and produce clear, accurate findings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain issues to partners and clients.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking and handling all types of Client Due diligence (CDD).
• Review and assess the risks of all new clients and matters from AML, sanctions and reputational risks perspective.
• Undertaking client and matter risk assessments.
• Undertaking sanctions screening updates.
• Assisting with the ongoing monitoring of clients and matters.
• Advising on sanctions, professional ethical obligations, engagement terms and inter-office working arrangements.
• Providing a concierge service to partners by liaising with clients on AML and sanctions issues.
• Managing all stages of the matter opening process and resolving issues as necessary.
• Assists with the firm's internal audit processes.
• Assisting with AML and Sanctions training and updating internal policies and procedures.

Skills

Legal/compliance experience

Research skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Intapp OPEN

Job description

Dentons in London seeks a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract AML/Compliance Analyst to support the AML Operations Manager and the Global Head of AML and Sanctions Compliance. You will perform client due diligence and advise on financial crime risks to ensure compliance with AML legislation.

Responsibilities include CDD, sanctions screening, risk assessments, ongoing client monitoring, and assisting with internal audits and training.