AML Specialist, Liverpool (Hybrid, home/office)
Our exclusive client, a leading FS organisation, seeks a highly skilled and motivated AML Specialist to join their dynamic team. As an AML Specialist, you will ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and implement robust systems and controls to detect and prevent money laundering activities. Your expertise and attention to detail will be critical in safeguarding the organisation against financial crimes.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough and ongoing monitoring of customer transactions to identify and investigate suspicious activities.
- Perform in-depth investigations and analysis of potentially suspicious transactions, including reviewing transactional data, conducting research, and gathering evidence.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, risk, and compliance teams, to develop and enhance AML policies, procedures, and controls.
- Stay up to date with relevant AML laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance.
- Implement and maintain an effective AML monitoring system, utilizing advanced tools and technology.
- Provide training and guidance to employees on AML-related matters and promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
- Prepare and submit suspicious activity reports (SARs) to relevant regulatory authorities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting timelines.
- Assist in AML audits and examinations, providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries from regulatory bodies.
- Identify and escalate any potential AML risks or deficiencies to senior management.
Experience and skill set required:
- To liaise with the NCA and other law enforcement agencies to ensure a compliant business.
- Proven experience in anti-money laundering compliance within the financial services industry.
- Solid knowledge of AML regulations
- Familiarity with AML tools and software used for transaction monitoring and analysis
- Actioning and monitoring SARs and all law enforcement enquiries reporting to the NCA where appropriate, managing all post-disclosure issues and transactions.
- Review possible PEP, Sanction and SIP matches, refer confirmed matches to the Financial Crime manager, and review and maintain a register of PEPs based on the individual risk identified.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to exercise good judgment when assessing potentially suspicious activities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field. Additional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is preferred but not essential.
What's on offer?
A highly competitive basic salary of £30,000 - 38,000 (depending on your experience), plus private medical, pension and opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are a dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of AML compliance, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your resume asap