Job Description
Job Title: Financial Crime Analyst
Reports To: Head of Financial Crime
Supports: Sales Teams, Client Relationships, Compliance, and Overall Business Operations
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing FX and payments company, is seeking a Financial Crime Analyst to join their compliance team. This position is pivotal to safeguarding the business against financial crime risks while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance across all transactions.
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, ethical professional with expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and financial crime prevention. The role involves investigating suspicious activities, ensuring robust compliance processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold best practices.
The successful candidate will be a problem solver with a forward-thinking approach, capable of identifying risks and implementing solutions while working closely with stakeholders to ensure adherence to compliance policies.
Key Responsibilities
Investigation and Monitoring
* Identify financial crime risks and implement controls to mitigate them.
* Review and analyze transactions flagged through monitoring systems for potential risks.
* Conduct quality assurance on KYC processes during client onboarding and periodic reviews.
* Handle RFIs and support event-driven and periodic customer reviews.
* Escalate and report suspicious activities to the MLRO with appropriate documentation.
Compliance and Reporting
* Operate screening systems to detect sanctions, adverse media, and politically exposed persons.
* Prepare transaction monitoring reports and support the Financial Crimes Forum.
* Ensure adherence to AML, fraud, and bribery policies in line with the firm’s risk appetite.
Technology and Analytics
* Utilize systems and tools to prevent, detect, and investigate financial crime.
* Leverage data analytics to identify patterns or trends indicating fraudulent activities.
* Recommend enhancements to tools and processes based on industry developments.
Collaboration and Communication
* Work closely with sales teams, relationship managers, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance.
* Foster awareness across the organization regarding financial crime risks and controls.
* Serve as an internal advisor on financial crime and fraud-related matters.
What We’re Looking For
* At least 2+ years of experience in a financial crime or compliance-related role.
* A background in FX or financial services is advantageous but not essential.
* Strong knowledge of AML, fraud prevention, and financial crime regulations.
* Analytical and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to solving problems.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and educate stakeholders at all levels.
The Ideal Candidate
* A critical thinker who challenges perspectives to ensure compliance excellence.
* Tech-savvy and forward-thinking, with a keen interest in enhancing processes.
* Confident and personable, able to build trust and rapport with colleagues and clients.
* Authentic, ethical, and passionate about combating financial crime while contributing to a positive workplace culture.
Why Join
This is a unique chance to play a critical role in shaping the compliance framework of a forward-thinking, ambitious company in the FX and payments space. If you’re looking for a position where you can make a tangible impact while working with a collaborative and innovative team, this is the role for you.
Apply today and become an integral part of a company that values ambition, accountability, and impact!