Legal Recruitment & Executive Search Specialist
Permanent
Full-Time
Groundbreaking US law firm is seeking to hire a new Senior AML Analyst to join their rapidly growing London office on a permanent basis – this firm is ‘the’ firm to work for!
Very generous salary
Stunning offices
Hybrid working available
Senior AML Analyst duties include:
Identifying and verifying clients, obtaining necessary information and documentation from local company registers and online compliance databases.
Analysing complex ownership structures in M&A and investment transactions.
Preparing and updating AML packs for clients.
Risk-scoring clients and detecting PEPs and UBOs.
Drafting client and matter risk assessments and escalating high-risk clients/matters to the AML Manager as needed.
Conducting sanctions screenings/checks on relevant clients and individuals.
Assisting with the ongoing monitoring of high-risk clients/matters.
Maintaining and updating relevant internal compliance records and databases.
Liaising with internal stakeholders in obtaining outstanding information for AML purposes.
Advising and supporting colleagues with AML questions.
Working closely with the AML Manager to ensure efficiency of internal AML processes and procedures, suggesting improvements where suitable.
General ad hoc duties, for example, supporting with AML-related projects and AML audits.
Senior AML Analyst requirements:
Educated to degree level
At least 3+ years of recent AML experience gained in a reputable and established law firm setting
Experienced in utilizing compliance software and databases such as Orbis, Accuity, WorldCheck, D&B