Finance Coordinator

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Compliance Coordinator to oversee KYC and AML processes for its supplier and customer network. The role involves managing compliance steps for onboarding and initial due diligence, monitoring ongoing risks, and utilizing data platforms for effective decision-making. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, and experience in compliance processes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier due diligence and onboarding processes.
• Working knowledge of AML and KYC compliance within a regulated environment (ideally financial services).

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all KYC and AML-related steps for supplier onboarding.
• Conduct in-depth due diligence and EDD reviews.
• Monitor and assess ongoing risk across our supplier and customer base.
• Use data and analytics platforms to streamline risk oversight.
• Support the team during the implementation of a new ERP system.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong judgement

Data skills

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Studying towards a certified compliance qualification

Job description

Join NEXT as a Compliance Coordinator and play a key role in safeguarding the integrity of our supplier and customer network. We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to oversee the KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) processes for over 5,000 suppliers and customers. Based within Finance Operations, this business-critical role supports a team of six and works closely with Compliance, Legal, and Business Directors. You'll manage end-to-end compliance processes, applying strong due diligence and enhanced due diligence (EDD) to assess suppliers from an AML and fraud risk perspective. You'll continuously improve monitoring practices to stay ahead of emerging risks. Strong judgement, data skills, and collaboration are essential, especially as we transition to a new ERP system. Join us in shaping secure and efficient operations across Retail, Online, and Total Platform Partners. What you will be doing:

• Manage and coordinate all KYC and AML-related steps for supplier onboarding or changes, ensuring timely and accurate completion across all stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth due diligence and EDD reviews, escalating issues where necessary and applying sound judgement.
• Monitor and assess ongoing risk across our supplier and customer base, enhancing business‑as‑usual (BAU) processes to address emerging compliance threats.
• Use data and analytics platforms to streamline risk oversight and strengthen decision‑making.
• Support the team through the implementation of a new ERP system and contribute to process development during this transition.
• Highly organised, analytical thinker with strong communication skills and a calm, professional approach.
• You’ll enjoy working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment where you can make a real impact.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Proven organisational and time management skills.
• Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders, including senior management.
• Logical, methodical problem‑solver with a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptable and resilient with the ability to manage changing priorities.

Experience

• Experience in supplier due diligence and onboarding processes.
• Working knowledge of AML and KYC compliance within a regulated environment (ideally financial services).
• Studying towards a certified compliance qualification (desirable but not essential).