AML Analyst

KYC Analyst

London

Until March 2025 initially

One of our large financial clients is currently looking for a KYC Analyst to join their team


To act within the first line of defence, in the three lines of defence model. The role is designed to protect the Bank by identifying Financial Crime and Sanctions risks associated with the onboarding of new clients into the Bank, and conducting periodic due diligence on all existing clients, using a risk based approach. amendment update and Periodic Review of the existing client population.


This role will have a close working relationship with RM's based in London, and Paris, as the current London FCMO team provide KYC services
The role will need to liaise with the CPD Financial Crime Group (MLRO / Sanctions / Forensic), as a point of escalation, or to receive advice and guidance.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Analyse FO submissions via EIC and ACCORD for new client onboarding or client periodic reviews, ensuring adherence to the CPD AML / CTF Standards, regulatory guidance and internal policies. Where necessary ensuring timely escalation to the relevant second line for further advice and guidance.

• Participate as directed in the remediation of files identified as requiring additional work by the Compliance Monitoring reviews, ensuring that the remediation is fully completed within the allowed timescale and any issues are escalated as soon as identified.
• Attend meetings with the Front Office teams as required, providing help and guidance in relation to KYC matters and where necessary working within the Front Office teams for short periods to assist RM's in the use of the systems or the completion of their tasks within the Periodic review process.
• Proactively contribute to improved Departmental performance, by identifying weaknesses / inefficiency in systems, workflow and processes, suggesting enhancements and quantify the efficiency gains, be that from a financial perspective, or from a customer experience / security aspect.
  
  
  
  Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
  Good understanding of the regulatory framework associated with Financial Crime / Sanctions / AML
  Previous experience of working within a CDD team
  Externally recognised qualifications in relation to AML and Customer Due Diligence are desirable, but not a prerequisite (e.g. ICA Certificates / ACAMS)
  Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and the ability to communicate complex issues and regulatory requirements to all levels of the organisation.
  
  

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