AML Analyst - JP Morgan - Bournemouth - 3 month contract - Hybrid - PAYE
We are seeking an AML Analyst to join JP Morgan in Bournemouth on an initial 3 months contract. Ideally, we would like candidates with a good understanding of AML typologies and other AML red flags and risks, as well as experience in running background searches and checking reports.
The Role
As part of the AML Investigations Analyst team, you will be responsible for investigating complex AML cases across various lines of business. The team works in partnership with colleagues in UK Compliance, North America, Asia, and EMEA in-country Compliance/GFCC teams and client-focused staff in the lines of business.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Review AML cases resulting from referrals from other sources such as the business, law enforcement, or other financial institutions.
* Undertake client and company research using in-house databases and publicly available information to identify unusual activity and support the decision-making process regarding reporting to law enforcement.
* Proactively participate and influence the team's engagement with the firm's people agenda initiatives.
* Understand existing procedures and assist with cross-training and/or upskilling execution.
* Ensure SLAs are managed appropriately and adhered to.
* Evaluate investigations for appropriate identification of AML, Terrorist Financing, and other red flags to assess whether escalation or closure decisions are accurate.
* Provide feedback and escalate issues identified from AML investigations into clients’ due diligence documentation and risk categorization.
* Develop knowledge of criminal methods and AML typologies, applying these through interrogation of transaction data to identify unusual activity.
* Participate in proactive investigative projects in support of national, regional, or global priorities and initiatives, including engagement with external partners.
* Share knowledge and experience through briefings, presentations, and written products.
* Participate in ad hoc projects and enhanced reviews, including supporting regulatory inquiries and line of business Compliance.
Qualification & Experience
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* Investigative skills and an analytical mindset, including proven problem-solving ability.
* Demonstrated skills in risk assessment, including the ability to make sound decisions and escalate when appropriate.
* Ability to own, deep-dive, and investigate issues and derive solutions independently, ensuring successful implementation or resolution.
* Experience in managing Mantas and/or technology-driven case management tools is preferred.
* Ability to prioritize conflicting demands, organize one's agenda, and work under pressure.
* Relationship management skills to deal with management and build partnerships with other departments.
* Ability to work in teams while being a strong independent actor, demonstrating readiness to share knowledge.
* Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and experienced in handling large volumes of quantitative data.
* Foster and champion a High-Performance, Diversity, and Inclusion Culture, empowering people to make decisions that positively impact their work and environment.
*Please note that this role will be working on a hybrid model of 3 days office-based and up to 2 days work from home. You'll require your own device when working from home.*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £150.00-£200.00 per day
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Bournemouth: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Anti-money laundering: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 302416/NJ
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