Financial Crime Risk Analyst — Client Due Diligence

EY; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

EY in Newcastle is seeking a Financial Crime Risk Analyst within Risk Management to support periodic client reviews and AML/sanctions compliance. The role sits in the Central CDD team, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and EY policies.

You will perform due diligence, conduct adverse screening, and liaise with client engagement teams to source documentation, while maintaining high levels of accuracy and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Client Due Diligence/Anti Money Laundering (AML).
• Awareness of recent global events related to financial crime and sanctions.
• Experience in regulatory or professional services is advantageous.
• Degree-level education is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk-based due diligence on existing clients in line with EY policy.
• Navigate public databases and internal systems to verify due diligence information.
• Conduct adverse screening checks and follow-up research as required.
• Manage workload queues to ensure timely processing of reviews.
• Encourage engagement with the Central CDD Team by client-facing staff.
• Perform other related tasks as directed by the Central CDD Team Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Resilience

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

CDD/AML basics

Degree preferred

Job description

EY in Newcastle is seeking a Financial Crime Risk Analyst within Risk Management to support periodic client reviews and AML/sanctions compliance. The role sits in the Central CDD team, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and EY policies.

You will perform due diligence, conduct adverse screening, and liaise with client engagement teams to source documentation, while maintaining high levels of accuracy and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.