About the Company A dynamic and fast-growing payments company based in London is looking for a Financial Crime Analyst to join their compliance team. This company is at the forefront of the payments industry, offering innovative solutions for businesses and individuals. The role provides a unique opportunity to play a key part in protecting the business and its customers from financial crime risks. Role Overview The Financial Crime Analyst will support the company's efforts to prevent, detect, and investigate financial crime. This includes Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), fraud prevention, and sanctions compliance. The role will involve monitoring transactions, performing investigations, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial crime regulations, excellent analytical skills, and experience within payments or financial services. Key Responsibilities Conduct daily transaction monitoring to identify unusual activity, ensuring timely and accurate escalation of any concerns. Perform investigations into suspicious activity, including drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for submission to the National Crime Agency (NCA). Carry out Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews, focusing on high-risk customers and complex ownership structures. Assist in the onboarding of new clients by reviewing KYC documentation to ensure compliance with AML and regulatory standards. Analyse financial crime trends and patterns, contributing to the development of effective controls to mitigate risks. Support the design and implementation of policies, processes, and procedures to combat financial crime. Monitor and respond to sanctions alerts and PEP (Politically Exposed Person) screening hits. Assist in periodic reviews of financial crime controls and prepare reports for senior management. Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., compliance, legal, and risk teams) to ensure financial crime risks are identified, reported, and managed. Keep up to date with changes to financial crime regulations, industry developments, and emerging threats to advise the business accordingly. Key Requirements 2 years of experience in a financial crime, AML, or compliance role within the payments, fintech, or financial services industry. Strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations, including UK Money Laundering Regulations (MLR), Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA), and relevant FCA guidance. Experience in conducting CDD/EDD and handling suspicious activity investigations. Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening tools, and PEP screening processes. Ability to analyse and interpret complex information, including financial and transactional data. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports. Relevant qualifications such as ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent are desirable but not mandatory. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. What’s on Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus. Private health insurance. Pension scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Flexible working options (hybrid model). Opportunity for career growth and professional development. Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team in a fast-paced environment. How to Apply If you are passionate about financial crime prevention and want to contribute to a growing and innovative payments company, please submit your CV.