Risk Analyst (AML KYC)

Express Professional Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African bank seeks 20 AML Risk Analysts to identify and evaluate business risks. Candidates must have a relevant Legal or Finance qualification, alongside AML and compliance knowledge. This is an immediate contract role, ideal for those with at least 2 years experience in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in Financial Services, preferably in AML/KYC or risk analysis.
• CAMS Certified or experience with AML laws is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate complex business risks focusing on AML risks.
• Ensure corporate clients' identities are verified and AML risks minimized.
• Review and maintain AML records to comply with regulatory standards.

Skills

Team Player

Strong Work Ethic

Adaptability

Integrity and Confidentiality

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Identification and Evaluation

Education

Relevant Legal or Finance Qualification

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About Us:

Our client, a leading South African bank, is seeking 20 skilled AML Risk Analysts for an internal project to review and analyze business risks. The successful candidates will be responsible for identifying and evaluating complex business risks and ensuring that internal controls effectively mitigate these risks. The role focuses on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and risk analysis, with a key emphasis on internal review processes to minimize risks associated with illegal activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate complex business risks within internal operations, focusing on AML risks, and assess internal controls to mitigate these risks.
• Ensure corporate clients' identities are properly verified and AML risks are minimized.
• Analyze business relationships and assess potential risks associated with compliance to AML frameworks and regulations.
• Review and maintain AML records, ensuring internal processes comply with regulatory standards.
• Work closely with internal teams to refine and improve AML procedures and controls.
• Other relevant tasks as is required.
• Relevant Legal OR Finance Qualification (essential) Admitted Attorney (Beneficial)
• At least 2 years of experience in Financial Services (preferably a professional banking environment) with a focus on AML/KYC or risk analysis (essential)
• Strong knowledge of Compliance and Risk Management (essential)
• Certificate or knowledge of ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws/ CAMS Certified (beneficial)
• Knowledge of or certification in FICA (Financial Intelligence Centre Act) compliance (beneficial)
• Knowledge of FAIS (Beneficial)

Skills and Attributes:

• Good Team Player
• Strong Work Ethic
• Adaptability, Reliability and Resilience
• Professional Demeanor
• Integrity and Confidentiality (Able to handle sensitive data responsibly)
• Legal and Financial Risk Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Identification and Evaluation

Rate: R150 - R190 per hour*

Availability: Immediate

Duration: 2-6 months

How to Apply:

Please email:[e-mail]

You will receive an assessment if you pass the pre-screening which needs to be completed within 24 hours. The assessment will be one hour in length and needs to be completed on a computer with a reliable internet connection. Please do note use a cellphone as this will negatively affect results.

(****IMPORTANT: Express is a TES – majority of positions will be Project-based and vary in length. There are no permanent positions available unless otherwise stated by Express Employment Professionals.

***Please note if you do not meet the following minimum requirements we will reject your application. PLEASE READ THE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING.

**Due to the high volume of applications we are receiving, we are unable to contact everyone. If you send us your cv via email and have not heard from us within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful)

*Rates are open to negotiation depending on candidate criticality and suitability.)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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