Legal AML Monitoring Analyst

Overview

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading global firm based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. With a presence in over 40 countries and more than 50 offices worldwide, this is a truly international organisation.

An AML Analyst on a 24‑month fixed‑term contract. Ideally you have experience in Law and Risk and Compliance.

• Work within the Ongoing Monitoring Team to administer the ongoing monitoring of the client database.
• Assure client due diligence is up to date, accurate and meets AML and CTFC responsibilities.
• Assess the risk profile of existing clients and identify any changes.
• Liaise with Partners on client due diligence issues.
• Run company and press searches.
• Support the Deputy Money Laundering Officer on general AML issues and client due diligence matters.
• Assist AML team members with research projects and day‑to‑day compliance with AML regulatory matters as they arise.

• Degree level education and/or KYC/Compliance qualification with experience in a professional services environment.
• Knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and the EU’s 5th AML Directive.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Analytical, research and decision‑making ability.
• Solution‑driven, practical problem‑solving.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good time‑management, prioritisation and multitasking skills.
• Exceptional verbal, written and face‑to‑face communication.
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented, enthusiastic, positive and committed.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise.

• Working from home a few days per week.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• 50 % contribution towards gym membership.
• Bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday.
• Loyalty awards.

Send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Please note that if we have not responded within seven days, your application has not been successful.