AML Analyst
Edinburgh 
Competitive salary + benefits

We're currently working with a fabulous Scottish Law Firm, chambers band 3 they have a great reputation across the legal world. Now looking to add an AML Analyst into their growing function to support the firms Client onboarding and compliance.

This is a great opportunity for someone with AML & CDD experience to step into a busy, fast-paced, client facing compliance function.

The Role?

• Carry out AML and CDD checks on all new clients and matters
• Analyse high-risk factors (PEPs, state ownership, complex structures, high-risk jurisdictions, sanctions exposure)
• Liaise with Partners and fee earners on CDD requirements and best practice
• Undertake ID verification and review incoming funds to the client account
• Provide advice on enhanced due diligence and ongoing monitoring
• Draft client risk assessments and produce regular reports for stakeholders
• Investigate sanctions notifications (UN, EU, UK, US) and escalate where necessary
• Draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and support submissions to the NCA
• Keep AML procedures up to date with regulatory changes
• Assist with auditing CDD forms and client files, reporting findings to matter managers

About you?

• Previous experience in AML/Compliance (Ideally in a law firm)
• Strong knowledge of Financial Crime regulations, CDD, AML and Sanctions
• Strong attentionn to deal with 
• Great communication skills and ability to deal with key stakeholders

What's in it for you?

• Comptetitive salary 
• Long term career development opportunities
• Great Company Benefits
• Office centric culture

Interested?

Know someone who could be great?

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