AML/CFT Analyst

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and analyse transaction monitoring alerts to detect unusual, potentially suspicious, or high-risk activity in line with AML/CFT regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices.
• Conduct periodic and event-driven client file reviews, ensuring that KYC, KYB, CDD, and EDD documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Review client onboarding packs from both KYC and KYB perspectives, including verifying customer identification, ownership structures, source of funds, and source of wealth.
• Review, maintain, and actively contribute to the continuous improvement of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen compliance effectiveness.
• Participate in AML/CFT training programmes and assist in delivering AML/CFT awareness training to employees across the organisation to foster a culture of compliance.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for AML/CFT-related queries, providing guidance, advice, and practical solutions to colleagues across departments.
• Collaborate on AML/CFT-related projects and initiatives, contributing insights, recommendations, and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Identify and escalate suspicious activity and/or transactions to the MLRO promptly and accurately, supporting regulatory reporting obligations.
• Assist the Deputy MLRO with day-to-day AML/CFT tasks and provide ad hoc support to ensure efficient and effective operations of the compliance function.
• Maintain internal trackers, logs, and status reports related to AML/CFT activities, ensuring data integrity and completeness for audit readiness.
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the broader AML/CFT function and organisational objectives.
• Experience with BIN sponsorship and voucher programs is considered an asset, adding value to compliance and operational oversight.
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience in an AML/CFT Analyst or similar compliance role, with a proven track record of monitoring, reviewing, and investigating transactional and client-related activity.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulatory frameworks, including KYC, KYB, CDD, and EDD requirements, as well as practical implementation within a corporate environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to identify inconsistencies, red flags, and emerging risks effectively.
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills, with a structured approach to managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively resolve compliance issues, while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, capable of liaising with internal stakeholders at all levels, presenting findings clearly, and providing actionable recommendations.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and results-oriented, demonstrating a proactive, can-do attitude and a willingness to embrace challenges while delivering impactful outcomes.
  

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Clear growth path and opportunities in a rapidly growing business
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
• Hybrid Working and flexibility
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s growth and success