Financial Crime Analyst

Meraki Talent; London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Investment Management firm seeks a skilled Financial Crime Analyst for a fixed-term, fully remote position. This role involves managing KYC/AML processes, conducting thorough financial crime screenings, and supporting compliance improvements. The ideal candidate will bring regulatory expertise and excel in a dynamic environment focused on customer outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of FCA rules and AML regulations in retail investment.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and working independently.

Responsibilities

• Managed end-to-end KYC/AML processes including onboarding and reviews.
• Conducted PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screening.
• Delivered AML training and supported audit/regulatory readiness.

Skills

Financial crime risk identification

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Level 4 AML qualification (ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Meraki Talent is working with a leading Investment Management firm looking for an experienced Financial Crime Analyst to join their growing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone passionate about delivering fair outcomes and driving improvements across the customer experience. This is a fixed-term contract, which can be fully remote for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managed end-to-end KYC/AML processes, including onboarding, periodic reviews, and offboarding in line with FCA, JMLSG, and MLRs.
• Conducted PEP, sanctions, and adverse media screening; escalated true matches and restricted accounts where needed.
• Submitted SARs, maintained investigation records, and produced MI on financial crime trends and client offboarding.
• Acted as point of contact for client due diligence, chasing outstanding KYC and handling non-compliance actions.
• Drafted and implemented offboarding procedures and improved AML/EDD process documentation.
• Maintained the firm-wide Financial Crime Risk Assessment in line with FCA guidance.
• Delivered AML training, advised teams on regulatory queries, and supported audit/regulatory readiness.

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 4 AML qualification (ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of FCA rules and AML regulations in retail investment/stockbroking.
• Skilled in identifying financial crime risks and applying industry best practices.
• Proven ability to solve complex compliance issues and support risk/control procedures.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and working independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills; detail-oriented with a logical, methodical approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; able to work accurately under pressure.

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