Financial Crime Specialist

6 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom C James - Financial Services Recruitment & Search Full time
Job Title: Senior AML Analyst

Overview:

C James - Financial Services Recruitment & Search is seeking a highly skilled Senior AML Analyst to join our dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with our AML team, tackling everything from client onboarding to policy development, and contributing to a growing, fast-paced organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct reviews of Source of Wealth for high-risk clients and manage escalated screening alerts.
  • Collaborate with the team to design and improve AML policies, procedures, and onboarding guidance.
  • Perform gap analyses against current regulations, such as the JMLSG and FCA standards.
  • Provide expert advice on financial crime matters and deliver engaging training sessions.
  • Investigate suspicious activities, prepare reports for senior stakeholders, and escalate cases to external agencies as needed.
  • Manage interactions with external entities, including law enforcement and regulatory bodies.
  • Assist in developing first- and second-line controls, as well as relevant management information systems.
  • Handle third-party data protection requests.
  • Contribute to monitoring and investigating suspicious transactions, supporting compliance objectives.

Requirements:

  • 2–3+ years of experience in an AML-focused role, with solid knowledge of JMLSG guidelines, FCA regulations, and money laundering prevention.
  • Strong documentation and report-writing skills, with an ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Familiarity with SARs, client onboarding processes, and AML transaction monitoring systems.

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $110,000 per annum



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