AML Analyst recruitment

AML Analyst

My Client, leading investment bank in Canary Wharf seeks an AML Analyst for a 6 month contract opportunity, to start in July.

Job Purpose

Review of alerts relating to potentially suspicious activity and the preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to the UK authorities.

The role derives from statutory obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations and the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct investigations of alerts escalated from the AML Monitoring Hubs, and reports of potentially suspicious activity provided by UK staff, using open source research resources.

Interface with business units, other internal departments and external agencies, to collect information needed in support of case research and to identify and address potential ‘red flags’.

Prepare SARs, or reports concluding no SAR necessary, on basis of investigation of alerts. 

Carry out associated administration/preparation of management information.

Knowledge/ Experience

• Familiarity with UK AML law and the overall financial crime regime.

• Experience in investigations leading to the preparation of suspicious activity reports in a commercial banking environment.

• Experience of using SAR Online would be an advantage

• Highly organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills. Commitment to co-operative and collaborative working.

• Flexibility to work with rapidly-changing priorities and deadlines.