AML Financial crime Analyst

KYC Team Analyst Location: HEX Industry: Financial Services Our client, a dynamic organisation in the Financial Services sector, is seeking a motivated KYC Team Analyst to join their Financial Crime Middle Office. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to the first line of defence in identifying and mitigating financial crime and sanctions risks. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough analysis of client KYC files during periodic reviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Maintain high-quality client information within the KYC workflow system, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with Relationship Managers and other Operational teams to support timely account openings and address KYC documentation queries. Escalate any potential sanctions or financial crime risks to the second line for guidance and advice, including submitting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when necessary. Participate in on-the-job training for new team members, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Engage in continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and suggesting enhancements to improve departmental performance. Ideal Candidate Profile: Strong understanding of financial crime, sanctions, and AML regulatory frameworks. Previous experience in a Customer Due Diligence (CDD) team within a financial institution is beneficial. Desirable qualifications include ICA Certificates or ACAMS, though not mandatory. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex issues clearly across all levels of the organisation. A collaborative spirit, thriving in a team-oriented environment while supporting overall team objectives. Why Join Our Client? Be part of a proactive team that plays a crucial role in safeguarding the organisation against financial crime and sanctions risks. Engage with a variety of stakeholders, including Front Office teams and the Financial Crime Group, enhancing your professional network. Contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives, including system development and process improvements, making a tangible impact on the organisation's success. If you are passionate about financial crime prevention and possess the skills to make a difference, this is the role for you. Our client offers a supportive and engaging work environment where your contributions will be valued and recognised. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a KYC Team Analyst with our esteemed client! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser