Senior AML Analyst - #2122743

Senior AML Analyst
Up to £50,000
Leeds

We’re working with a fabulous global law firm who are looking to hire a Senior AML Analyst to join their established AML team.

This is a broad and varied role, working closely with the Senior AML Manager, MLRO, Legal & Risk teams and wider compliance stakeholders across the business. You’ll play a key role in managing CDD and EDD activity, supporting AML risk management and helping to develop and improve AML processes across the firm’s EMEA offices.

The Role?

• Independently complete CDD for new and existing clients across EMEA.
• Oversee EDD reviews for high-risk clients and matters, recommending appropriate actions where required.
• Escalate AML, sanctions, financial crime and reputational risks to relevant senior stakeholders.
• Analyse sanctions notifications and developments across the UK, EU, US and UN regimes.
• Provide expert guidance on AML and wider financial crime requirements across EMEA.
• Support the MLROs with AML, suspicious activity and sanctions reporting.
• Assist with the review and development of AML policies, procedures, checklists and guidance.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory requests.
• Provide guidance and support to junior members of the AML team.
• Keep up to date with regulatory and legislative developments across EMEA.
• Support wider AML, financial crime and compliance projects as required.

About You?

We’re looking for someone with strong AML experience within a law firm, who is comfortable working independently and dealing with complex, high-risk matters.

• Substantial experience within a business intake, AML or compliance function in an international law firm.
• Strong knowledge of AML and wider financial crime legislation across EMEA.
• Experience with CDD and EDD, particularly for higher-risk clients and matters.
• Good understanding of sanctions and financial crime compliance.
• Knowledge of data protection principles across EMEA.
• Good understanding of the SRA Standards and Regulations.
• A degree-level qualification (2:1 or equivalent); a Law degree/GDL is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to advise and challenge stakeholders at all levels.

What's in it for you?
This is a great opportunity for an experienced AML professional looking to step into a senior position within a genuinely international environment, with exposure to complex AML matters, senior stakeholders and wider financial crime projects.

Fabulous firm wide benefits
Hybrid working (4 days in office)
Healthcare
Buy & Sell holidays
Discretionary Bonus schem
AND many more!

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