Financial crime analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Analyst to join a highly respected law firm in London. This role offers you the chance to play a pivotal part in supporting the firm’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of financial crime compliance, working closely with experienced professionals across the General Counsel and Risk teams.

The role will involve the following:

• Conduct comprehensive AML and CDD checks on clients, including screening for sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and other high-risk indicators using advanced research tools.
• Perform detailed matter risk assessments on new matters and transactions to identify potential financial crime risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist in managing the new business workflow by prioritising and delegating incoming requests efficiently to maintain smooth operations within the team.
• Provide clear and accurate advice to internal stakeholders on routine financial crime queries and client due diligence matters, fostering trust and understanding across departments.
• Ensure timely completion of AML/CDD client identification checks by liaising with matter teams to gather additional information or documentation as required.
• Carry out initial research into client backgrounds using structure charts and other materials to establish true beneficial ownership, supporting robust risk management practices.
• Stay abreast of changes in the financial crime regulatory landscape, proactively seeking out market trends and introducing relevant ideas for continuous improvement.
• Support the wider General Counsel & Risk team by contributing positively to team initiatives, sharing knowledge, and helping develop innovative solutions.

Person requirements:

• A law degree (2:1 or above preferred), qualification in KYC/Compliance, or at least 18 months’ experience working in a regulated sector or with a regulatory body or law enforcement focused on financial crime.
• Strong understanding of current financial crime regulations with an eagerness to deepen your expertise in this evolving field.
• Exceptional research capabilities combined with analytical thinking skills that enable you to interpret complex data sets accurately.
• Outstanding attention to detail paired with accuracy in handling sensitive information related to client due diligence processes.

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