Our client is seeking an Assistant AML Manager to provide AML support to their regulated fund clients. This role is integral to ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations within the financial services sector. The position is a full-time opportunity, offering a chance to work closely with the Head of Compliance and AML/CFT/PF Manager. The successful candidate will engage in various tasks related to client onboarding and regulatory compliance, contributing to the overall effectiveness of their AML/CFT programme. You will have the responsibility of managing AML processes and will work autonomously in many aspects of the role.
Job Duties:
- Manage client onboarding relationships effectively and autonomously, including due diligence on new and existing investors.
- Interpret complex structures to assist with AML Periodic Reviews.
- Execute background checks and searches/client profiling, carrying out ad-hoc risk screens and open-source searches as needed.
- Assess overnight screening hits and escalate issues as appropriate.
- Provide ongoing support and training to junior team members to aid their development.
- Offer guidance on applicable regulatory and AML issues and respond to business-related AML queries.
- Analyse the effectiveness and adequacy of AML solutions, identifying failures and recommending remedial actions.
- Assist with the maintenance and updates to AML Compliance and Risk Registers, including Politically Exposed Persons.
- Collate CDD statistics and prepare reports for Senior Management on AML matters.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience in an AML role and a diploma-level professional Compliance Qualification.
- A genuine interest in compliance and a passion for AML matters.
- Strong background and understanding of financial services.
- Excellent administrative, analytical, and organisational skills.
- Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to take ownership of matters and work independently when required.
- An inquisitive mindset, capable of analysing issues and providing insights.
- A positive attitude and a preference for collaborative teamwork.
What You’ll Love:
You will enjoy being part of a collaborative and friendly team that values exceptional compliance services. The role fosters an environment that encourages independent thinking and professional judgement, rewarding analytical skills and the desire for continuous learning. Our client is committed to providing a supportive atmosphere where you can grow professionally while making impactful contributions to the AML programmes of a diverse portfolio of regulated clients. This is an outstanding opportunity for those who are driven by a commitment to excellence in compliance and wish to develop their career in the financial services sector.
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