Senior Analyst - Financial Crime Compliance London

Saffery; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in London is seeking a Senior Analyst for their Financial Crime Compliance Team. This role involves supporting KYC processes and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have client onboarding experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in IT applications. The firm values inclusion and offers flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

25 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Monthly work-from-home allowance

Profit-Sharing Plan participation

Employee referral rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in client onboarding / CDD, preferably in the accountancy or legal sector.
• An enthusiastic approach to personal and team development.
• Ability to understand and articulate complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support junior team members in KYC procedures.
• Complete client due diligence procedures.
• Engage with stakeholders for data and information.

Skills

Client onboarding / CDD experience

Strong information digestion skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to work independently

Strong literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to meet KPIs and deadlines

Adaptability to changing plans

Job description

Senior Analyst - Financial Crime Compliance (London)

The team

The Financial Crime Compliance Team (FCC Team) is part of Saffery's wider risk management regime, which includes the new client onboarding function.

This role is based in our London office and requires the successful candidate to be within commuting distance to attend the office at least 2 times per week.

The role

Training relevant to our organisation will be provided (e.g., systems, policies, and procedures). The successful applicant will support junior team members and should be proficient in:

1. Completing new client due diligence procedures to ensure prospective clients are suitable.
2. Researching with third-party tools and systems as part of KYC procedures.
3. Documenting and analysing KYC information to validate client data and assess risks.
4. Engaging with stakeholders, including client-facing teams, to obtain missing or non-public information.
5. Executing procedures for the firm's KYC ongoing monitoring processes, including escalation for management approval.
6. The candidate will report to the FCC Manager.

You

Experience in client onboarding / CDD, preferably in the accountancy or legal sector, is required. We seek candidates with:

1. An enthusiastic approach to personal and team development, with the ability to see beyond the obvious.
2. Strong information digestion skills, high standards, motivation, and confidence to work independently with support as needed.
3. Adaptability and open-mindedness when plans change.
4. Excellent communication skills and confidence in engaging with high-level stakeholders via various communication channels.
5. Proficiency in multiple IT applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
6. Strong literacy and numeracy skills with high attention to detail.
7. The ability to meet KPIs and deadlines without compromising quality.
8. Ability to understand and articulate complex information clearly.

Salary/benefits

• 35-hour workweek with flexible core hours (10am-4pm).
• Option to work from home up to 3 days per week under the agile working policy.
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing after 5 years of service.
• Ability to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday annually.
• Contributory pension scheme (firm contributes 5%).
• Life assurance of 4x salary.
• Monthly work-from-home allowance (£25).
• Profit-Sharing Plan participation, usually around £1,000 annually.
• Employee referral rewards (£5,000 for support staff, £10,000 for managers and above).
• Referral scheme for new clients, with potential payments up to 10% of first-year fees.
• Access to health assessments, screenings, and health cash plans.
• Additional benefits via flexible benefits scheme, including insurance, Techscheme, Cyclescheme, Gymflex, and Workplace ISA.
• Paid travel expenses for work at different offices.
• Commitment to ED&I initiatives and inclusion networks.

The Organisation

Saffery Champness is a firm of chartered accountants and business advisers with over 80 partners and 900 staff across multiple countries. We value excellence, integrity, and a client-focused approach, and are part of Nexia International, connecting us to global expertise.

Our sectors include private wealth, real estate, sports, not-for-profit, and more.

About us

Saffery LLP, established in 1855, is a leading UK accountancy firm, providing comprehensive services to individuals and businesses. We prioritize our people and client relationships, and are part of the international Nexia network.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive culture through our Everyone Belongs ED&I strategy, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and promoting diversity and equity within our organization.