Junior AML Associate - Compliance & Onboarding

Trading 212 Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trading 212 Ltd. in the UK is seeking a Junior AML Associate to help build and operate the AML framework within T212 UK. You will assist with reviewing escalated screening alerts, developing policies, and onboarding new clients, learning from experienced colleagues.

This role offers exposure to first- and second-line controls, SAR investigations, and collaboration with compliance teams to implement the latest AML regulations, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification.
• Interest and knowledge in AML/CTF laws and regulations.
• Strong data analysis skills with ability to write analytical reports.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review escalated screening alerts from the Onboarding team.
• Conduct gap analyses of existing policies and procedures against the JMLSG.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures and guidance for the Onboarding team.
• Provide advice on financial-crime related queries from within the organisation.
• Help to develop and provide face-to-face training on Financial Crime related matters.
• Assist in developing, implementing and performing first line of controls.
• Assist in developing additional targeted second line monitoring.
• Assist in developing and preparing relevant Management Information.
• Prepare PEP and High Risk Client Forms for signoff by MLRO/DMLRO.
• Investigate SARs submitted to UK compliance and submit to the NCA where required.
• Assist in dealing with 3rd party DPA requests – Police, Council, Insolvency Service, and other external agencies including foreign law enforcement e.g investigating and responding to their requests.
• Assist in handling any civil court claims including investigation, provision of evidence, responding to the court, attending court if required.
• Monitoring of suspicious transactions.
• Additional ad hoc projects as required by the FCM and the wider compliance team.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Critical thinking

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Trading 212 Ltd. in the UK is seeking a Junior AML Associate to help build and operate the AML framework within T212 UK. You will assist with reviewing escalated screening alerts, developing policies, and onboarding new clients, learning from experienced colleagues.

This role offers exposure to first- and second-line controls, SAR investigations, and collaboration with compliance teams to implement the latest AML regulations, with opportunities for training and career growth.