Financial Crime Analyst (Screening) - Central Edinburgh - 6 Month FTC - 30K

JR United Kingdom; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Edinburgh is hiring a Financial Crime Analyst for a 6-month fixed term contract. You will tackle financial crime risks by investigating alerts and collaborating with a global team. Ideal candidates will have experience in Financial Crime screening and possess strong interpersonal skills. You'll receive dedicated training and support from senior personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Crime screening, including Sanctions, PEPs, Adverse Media.
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills.
• Knowledge of Financial Crime regulations.

Responsibilities

• Tackling automated and raised alerts needing investigation.
• Seeking out and raising red flags to prevent financial crime.
• Working in a regulated environment and developing skills.

Skills

Financial Crime screening

Sanctions

PEPs

Adverse Media

Interpersonal skills

Client-facing experience

Adaptability

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Financial Crime Analyst (Screening) - Central Edinburgh - 6 Month FTC - 30K, Livingston

Client: Lorien

Location: Livingston, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Financial Crime Analyst (Screening) - Central Edinburgh - 6 Month FTC - 30K

*** 4 days per week in Central Edinburgh office, 1 day WFH ***

*** Fixed Term Contract due to come to an end at the end of the 6 months ***

Lorien’s client, a central Edinburgh based and well-known organization, is investing in their Financial Crime function and is looking for Financial Crime Analysts / FinCrime Specialists with screening experience, including Sanctions, PEPs, Adverse Media, and other risk indicators, to join on a 6-month Fixed Term contract.

You’ll have opportunities to upskill with dedicated training from day one, supported by senior personnel and a global team.

You’ll be:

• Tackling automated and raised alerts needing investigation for new and existing clients
• Seeking out and raising red flags to management and external parties to prevent financial crime
• Working on varying caseloads with a global team and learning from them
• Working in a regulated environment, developing your skills, and acting as a proactive team member

Skills and qualities our client is looking for:

• Experience in Financial Crime screening, including Sanctions, PEPs, Adverse Media
• Strong interpersonal skills and client-facing experience
• Enthusiasm for learning and development
• Ability to adapt to change and identify process improvements
• Knowledge of relevant Financial Crime and Financial Services regulations

If interested, apply now with your latest CV to learn more about this opportunity and the company.