Description
The Senior FCP Analyst plays a critical role in the detection, prevention, and resolution of potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes. They will take ownership of complex case reviews, carry out client on-boarding, support regulatory reporting, and provide training to administrators and other practitioners in the Firm.
Key Responsibilities
CDD- Support the business in conducting Client Due Diligence (“CDD”) on new clients and for on-going monitoring for existing clients
- Reviewing straightforward and enhanced CDD information and authorising in accordance with the Firm’s AML policies
- Conduct adverse media searches
- Support the business in conducting electronic verification requests
- Gather CDD information from Companies House and other open sources
- Directly requesting CDD information from clients
- Responding to CDD queries from staff
- Advising the Firm on deficiencies which need to be resolved before client due diligence is considered complete
- Researching Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and other high risk clients
SARS- Acknowledging and drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
- Gathering and analyse information relating to SARs
- Submit reports to the National Crime Agency (NCA)
Financial Crime Prevention- Reviewing client money nominals and completing CDD checks on client money accounts
- Supporting the team on any ad hoc projects that support the continuous improvement and development of financial crime across the firm.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Demonstrable experience in AML, financial crime, or a related compliance function
- Proven experience gathering and analysing information relating to SARS and drafting suspicious activity wording
- Solid understanding of global AML laws and regulations (e.g. UK Money Laundering Regulations, FATF standards, SAICA knowledge is desirable)
- Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Qualifications:- Professional certification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent)
- Experience working with high-risk clients
- Knowledge of sanctions screening or PEP/adverse media screening tools (eg. Worldcheck, Smartsearch)