AML Monitoring Analyst

Sewell Wallis are recruiting for a global firm in the heart of Sheffield. This business is operating in 40+ countries and well over 50 offices worldwide.

Due to expansion, they're looking for an AML Analyst to join their team. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract role and an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Risk and Compliance. This role will offer hybrid working.

• In this key role, you will work within our Ongoing Monitoring Team which is responsible for the administration of the ongoing monitoring of our client database. The primary focus of this team is to ensure client due diligence held on file is up to date, accurate and meets our Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing responsibilities.
• Assess the risk profile of existing clients and whether there have been any changes.
• Liaise with Partners on client due diligence issues.
• Run company searches and press searches.
• Support the Deputy Money Laundering Officer on the administration of general anti‑money laundering issues and client due diligence matters.
• Assist members of the AML team with research projects and day‑to‑day compliance with AML regulatory matters as they arise.

• Educated to degree level and/or qualified in KYC/Compliance and have worked in a professional services environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Money Laundering Regulations.