Financial Crime (CDD) Risk Analyst - Permanent - Newcastle (Hybrid working)

Ernst & Young; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Customer Due Diligence Analyst to promote risk management and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include performing client due diligence and managing workload efficiently. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a basic understanding of financial crime regulations. The role offers flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and well-being support

Savings and discounts

Qualifications

• Capable of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain high confidentiality and credibility.
• Strong team player with proven ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk-based client due diligence in accordance with EY policies.
• Navigate databases to identify and verify due diligence information.
• Conduct adverse screening checks on clients as required.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree studies

Job description

Overview

Within the professional services environment, the application of risk management procedures is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion of our brand. At Ernst & Young (EY), Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Analysts promote and support risk management within the business. The CDD Team upholds business standards, enhances firm value and ensures compliance with regulations imposed by external regulators and EY Global.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk‑based client due diligence on actual and potential clients of the Firm in accordance with EY policies and procedures.
• Navigate public databases and internal systems to identify and verify due diligence information.
• Conduct adverse screening checks on clients and undertake follow‑up research as required.
• Manage personal workload to ensure queues of work are dealt with in a timely manner.
• Encourage client‑facing staff to engage with the Central CDD Team.
• Other tasks, as directed by the Team manager and Central CDD Team Senior Manager.

Skills & Experience

• Good communication skills, capable of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders, including Partners.
• The ability to establish and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and credibility at all levels.
• Strong team player with proven ability to work with others.
• Problem‑solving ability – creative and effective.
• Enthusiastic, positive and resilient.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• A basic understanding of Client Due Diligence / Anti‑Money Laundering / Financial Crime.
• An awareness of recent global events linked to financial crime and sanctions.
• Previous experience in a regulatory or professional services environment (advantageous).
• Degree studies (advantageous).

Flexibility and Benefits

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer. We offer flexible working arrangements and support career development through our Total Rewards package, which includes support for flexible working, holidays, health and well‑being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. You may work in a hybrid setup with time in the Newcastle office.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services we build a better working world by providing finance products, expertise and systems developed to help clients shape the future with confidence. EY teams work across over 150 countries and territories, offering career growth, learning and a security of future opportunities.