Graduate​/Trainee AML & KYC Officer

Position: Graduate / Trainee AML & KYC Officer
Location: South East London

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £32,000–£36,000 per annum  Performance Bonus Working Pattern:
Monday–Friday | Hybrid Opportunities Available The Opportunity Are you a recent graduate looking to launch an exciting career in financial crime prevention, compliance and commercial finance? We are seeking ambitious and analytical individuals to join a growing commercial finance consultancy as Graduate / Trainee AML & KYC Officers. This opportunity offers practical exposure to anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), financial crime investigations and business compliance.

Working alongside experienced professionals, you will help assess business clients, investigate financial information, identify potential risks and support commercial finance transactions. Previous AML/KYC employment experience is not essential. We are looking for graduates with strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a genuine interest in financial crime prevention. What You'll Be Doing As a Graduate / Trainee AML & KYC Officer, you will support client due diligence, compliance reviews and financial crime prevention activities.

Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting initial KYC and Know Your Business (KYB) checks on commercial clients. Reviewing company registration details, ownership structures and beneficial ownership information. Assisting with Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD). Screening clients against sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEP) and adverse media databases. Reviewing identification documents, financial records and company information. Identifying discrepancies, unusual activity and potential financial crime indicators.

Supporting client risk assessments and preparing findings for senior compliance officers. Investigating inconsistencies in company ownership and financial documentation. Assisting with source of funds and source of wealth enquiries. Escalating suspicious activity through established internal procedures. Maintaining accurate compliance records and client documentation. Supporting ongoing monitoring, periodic reviews and internal audits. Liaising with finance teams to resolve outstanding compliance requirements.

Keeping informed about UK AML regulations and financial crime developments. As your experience develops, you will gain exposure to more complex investigations, higher-risk clients and specialist compliance responsibilities. What We're Looking For We welcome graduates with strong analytical abilities, professional judgement and an interest in financial services. Suitable degree backgrounds include:
Finance | Accounting | Economics | Business Management | Law | Criminology | Banking | Financial Services Essential Requirements A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. Strong analytical, numerical and investigative skills. Basic understanding of financial services and financial crime risks. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Introduction to Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering certification Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to identify inconsistencies and present findings clearly. Good organisational and time-management skills. Professional approach to confidentiality and sensitive information. Confidence using Microsoft Office and digital research tools. Willingness to develop specialist compliance knowledge. Genuine interest in AML, KYC and financial crime prevention. Previous internships or experience within banking, compliance, accountancy or financial services would be advantageous but are not essential.

What We Offer We believe talented graduates should be rewarded for their contribution while receiving opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include:…