Financial Crime Analyst

Role Overview

• Undertaking full and accurate due diligence and AML screening reviews on customers, affiliates and third parties, which will include:
• A review of all account information across various internal software applications
• A review of all information available on open-source information
• Third party provider checks
• Management escalation of high-risk relationships
• Summarising identified AML risk with recommendations.
• On-going refresh of existing due diligence following a risk-based approach.
• Completing reviews on potential matches for sanctioned individuals, politically exposed persons, individuals with adverse media and conducting enhanced due diligence as required.
• Compiling case information in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and collaborating on changes with other business functions.
• Supporting the production of monthly MI reporting.
• Supporting the monitoring and enhancement of customer pass rates.
• Liaise with the UK AML Team and/or exercise judgement around findings to determine the depth of information required to satisfy AML requirements.
• Exercise restriction/withhold or release certain transactions when required to do so (via instruction or decision, as per guidelines set by management)
• Liaise with internal stake holders who will be required to contact customers to request, discuss, explain and assist with document requirements in line with CDD and EDD reviews.
• Ensure that all Compliance and AML standards are met and maintained in accordance with policies.
• Record and report details of customers in line with audit requirements.

Requirements

• Three years’ experience in a regulated industry.
• Relevant professional qualifications in the industry, ICA diploma in financial crime, CAMS accreditation, or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.
• Demonstrated consistent behaviour aligned to the organisational culture.

Benefits

• We’re dedicated to your supergrowth.
• Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed.
• Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
• Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
• Free Daily Meal
• Free Massages
• On-site Free On-Site Gym
• Group Life Cover
• Funeral Fund Benefit
• Financial Services Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Curro School Fees Benefit
• Income Continuation Benefit
• Leadership Training
• Referral Bonus
• Medical Aid Subsidy
• Free Sleep Coaching
• On-site Barista
• Retirement Annuity Subsidy
• Team buildings