Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

I am partnering with a top US Law firm who are looking for an AML analyst to join their growing anti-money laundering team. This is a permanent position that will sit under the larger office of the general counsel function for the firm.

Role responsibilities:

• Completing client and matter due diligence checks.
• Reporting to the firm's MLRO, maintaining and updating the firm's AML records.
• Investigating control and ownership structures.
• Researching and reporting on ownership information to identify or discount ultimate beneficial owners.
• Assessing risk profiles of new and existing clients through independent research and review of CDD materials.
• Conducting due diligence using various third party and internal databases, including with respect to source of wealth and source of funds.
• High-risk factor identification and (where applicable) mitigation, including (but not limited to) sanctions issues, PEPs, jurisdiction and industry.
• Taking proactive ownership of “low to medium” files for the purpose of applying CDD clearance for relevant parties and matters, in accordance with the Firm’s policies and procedures and with minimal supervision.
• Assisting with ongoing monitoring of clients and matters in relation to AML.
• Maintaining an understanding of the Firm’s AML policies, controls and procedures and the applicable law, regulation and guidance upon which they are based.

Role requirements:

• 2+ years’ experience within the AML team of a law firm.
• Must be educated to A Level degree or equivalent
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.