AML Analyst

We are recruiting for an AML Analyst to join a growing Governance, Risk & Compliance function within a regulated financial services environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance, KYC, or financial crime professional looking to develop their career within a dynamic and fast-paced organisation.

Working closely with the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), you will play a key role in ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of regulatory compliance, client onboarding, and financial crime prevention.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding & Due Diligence

• Support the end-to-end onboarding of new clients.

• Review and verify customer documentation in line with KYC, AML and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks.

• Identify and escalate potential risks, discrepancies or missing information.

• Act as a trusted point of contact for internal stakeholders throughout the onboarding process.

• Screening & Financial Crime Monitoring

• Carry out sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening.

• Investigate onboarding and monitoring alerts.

• Review transaction monitoring alerts and escalate suspicious activity where appropriate.

• Support the business in maintaining effective financial crime controls.

• Risk & Compliance Support

• Assist with client and transaction risk assessments.

• Support periodic reviews and ongoing monitoring activities.

• Maintain accurate records and audit trails.

• Prepare management information (MI) and compliance reporting.

• Contribute to the review and improvement of compliance policies, procedures and controls.

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Work collaboratively with Front Office, Operations and Risk teams.

• Provide guidance on onboarding and regulatory requirements.

• Support compliance training and promote a strong compliance culture across the business.

Who we are looking for:

• Essential

• Experience within Compliance, Financial Crime, AML, KYC, CDD/EDD or Client Onboarding.

• Strong understanding of AML regulations and financial crime controls.

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Ability to assess risk and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Desirable

• Experience within FX, Payments, Banking or Financial Services.

• Knowledge of FCA requirements, JMLSG guidance and Money Laundering Regulations.

• Experience using onboarding, screening or compliance systems.

• Exposure to regulatory reviews, audits or management reporting.

• Financial crime qualification would be advantageous

Why you will love working here:

• Basic Salary £30,000 to £40,000 depending on experience

• Opportunity to join a growing compliance function.

• Exposure to a broad range of AML, KYC and financial crime activities.

• Ongoing professional development and training.

• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

• Genuine opportunity to progress within a regulated financial services business.

• If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more!