AML/KYC Analyst

A dynamic private equity firm are looking to hire an AML/KYC Analyst for their Governance team.This will be an excellent opportunity to join an exciting growing organisation where development and growth is encouraged.Responsibilities:Prompt management of incoming AML/KYC requests received from the companies counterparties relating to Group entities and portfolio companies. This includes; confirmation of incoming request amending AML letters as applicable, assisting in the completion of UBO forms and coordinating the collection of information from third parties (i.e., Luxembourg fund administrator, deal team, external counsel and the UK Compliance Team etc)Prompt management of outgoing AML / KYC requests. This includes; assessing deal specifics to determine level of due diligence required, requesting the necessary information from external parties and the Deal team as appropriate; collating the requisite AML documentation, running background screening checks and completion of a Financial Crime and Compliance ChecklistManagement of the central AML folder for group entities and continuous AML document managementBeing the responsible party for managing the sanction/adverse media screening tools by running and monitoring the screening of Group's portfolio companies, employees and relevant counterparties on a weekly basis. This also includes attendance on a monthly catch-up call with the screening providers.Support with the analysis of forthcoming AML/CFT regulations, helping to maintain the Firm's regulatory watchlist and tracking associated actionsProducing, amending and circulating structure charts as requiredAssist the EU and UK Compliance Managers in the collection of quarterly/annual AML/CFT KPIs and the drafting of clear and succinct internal reports, memos and conflict notes for a range of stakeholders, including the Board of Directors of the Luxembourg funds and the Compliance Officers for relevant businesses, and supporting with audit requests in relation to AMLSupport with the maintenance of a robust Group AML & KYC programme, including appropriate escalation processes to ensure the appropriate Compliance Officer and MLRO is aware of emerging AML risks and breachesParticipate in various internal projects as requested (e.g., designing and providing internal training)Support with the maintenance of the businesses suite of governance framework documents and drafting of new policies and procedures where requiredSupport the Compliance team with ad hoc requests when requiredKey competencies and experience:Highly organised, enthusiastic individual who is self-motivated, demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people at all levelsCandidates must prioritise effectively, work well under pressure both individually and as a member of the Compliance teamAttention to detail is key, with the successful candidate being able to identify salient points from verbal discussions and succinctly summarise them in written formIntegrity and discretion when handling confidential informationCandidates must have had at least two or more years of AML and KYC experience ideally from within a compliance or governance team within the financial services sector.This will be a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days a week in the London office.Salary depending upon experience up to 50K*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
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