Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

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Description

The Anti-Money Laundering ("AML") Analyst will undertake Anti-Money Laundering processes, such as Client Due Diligence (CDD), Risk Assessments, Monitoring, and Reporting. The role requires risk-based analysis, decision-making, and proactive collection and validation of information needed to support timely client onboarding and matter processing in line with regulatory requirements. The role-holder will be responsible for client onboarding and matter processing, conducting periodic reviews, and assisting Management with other AML/Compliance activities as required.

Main Responsibilities:
* Review and assess the AML and reputational risk associated with a new client and matter requests
* Interact with Partners and Fee Earners to collect mandatory documentation required to complete CDD successfully, review and verify documentation received
* Perform client due diligence and screening for PEPs, Sanctions, Adverse Media, etc., utilizing several trusted industry sources
* Disposition screening alerts determining true or false matches, escalate if required
* Thoroughly document research and analysis completed on clients and/or matters in a manner suitable for review by internal and external stakeholders e.g. Regulators, Audit, and AML Compliance managers
* Perform and review client and matter risk assessments and make risk-based decisions based on the analysis undertaken
* Complete appropriate research to obtain a good understanding of a client's business and related parties to monitor the client's activities for unusual transactions
* Provide AML advice and support to internal stakeholders: Partners, Fee Earners, and PAs
* Perform investigations where there are ML/CTF suspicions regarding clients and/or matters and escalate findings clearly and concisely for internal review by the AML Compliance Manager,
* Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO), and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
* Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders: Partners, Fee Earners, PAs, Matter Management, New Business Intake, AML Compliance Manager, MLCO, and MLRO
* Act as a point of contact for the Firm's central New Business Intake team and other internal teams to resolve challenges with matter opening timely and efficiently
* Periodically evaluate existing clients working with Partners and Fee Earners to keep CDD and risk assessments on client files up to date
* Assist with any other AML Compliance-related matters or projects as identified and assigned by the AML Compliance Manager
Skills and experience:
* A bachelor's degree is required (2:1 or above preferred)
* Law degree / LPC preferred
* Strong understanding of AML/ Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) requirements and financial crime risks associated with the range of services in the legal industry
* Relevant AML experience, preferably in an international law firm
* Strong analytical and research skills
* Experience with AML/KYC/Due Diligence processes and systems
* Experience with AML monitoring and screening
* Able to manage processes efficiently, with accuracy and attention to detail
* A recognized AML/Compliance qualification is desirable but not essential
* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
* Strong decision-making capabilities
* Team player adaptable to a fast-paced and changing environment
* Good planning, time management, and prioritization skills
* Able to work independently and to liaise with other departments
* Must have good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and other Productivity Tools (Intapp knowledge is an advantage)
Reports to: AML Compliance Manager
Position Type: In Market
Development framework: Business Support