Financial Crime Analyst/SME

1 day ago


London, UK, United Kingdom ETRA Talent Full time

Financial Crime Analyst / SME

Location: London

Contract Type: Interim for 6 months


Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Financial Crime Customer Due Diligence Analyst to join our compliance team. This dynamic role focuses on supporting critical initiatives related to financial crime prevention, including conducting client reviews to meet KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements and enhancing the firm’s financial crime framework.


Key Responsibilities:

As part of this role, your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting customer due diligence for new onboardings, remediation, and periodic reviews.
  • Assisting in the enhancement and refinement of Financial Crime policies and onboarding procedures.
  • Collaborating with colleagues across the Financial Crime team and other departments.
  • Advising the Account Opening Team on the interpretation of financial crime-related regulations, internal policies, and procedural queries.
  • Identifying and escalating issues/concerns appropriately.
  • Advocating for a strong compliance culture and a robust control framework within the organization.
  • Participating in ad hoc Financial Crime-related projects or tasks as required.


Skills & Experience Required:

To excel in this role, you should possess:

  • Experience and knowledge of financial markets.
  • At least 3 years of experience in Financial Crime compliance, with a sound understanding of relevant rules and regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong self-motivation, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • A proven ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
  • High attention to detail, with a structured and methodical approach to work.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating systems and basic PC skills
  • Experience working with high-, medium-, and low-risk customers or businesses.
  • Familiarity with external research tools, including online search engines and Companies House.



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