Our client is a leading law firm who are looking for an AML & Compliance Analyst to join their team. The selected candidate will work with a team of lawyers and advisors in the Shipping group and compliance team.

What you'll be doing

Perform comprehensive CDD on new and existing clients, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Identify beneficial owners, verify corporate structures, and assess the purpose and nature of each business relationship, applying EDD for higher-risk cases.
Record all findings clearly in compliance systems, while identifying and addressing any gaps, inconsistencies, or anomalies.
Monitor client activity through ongoing and event-driven reviews, identifying unusual behaviour and escalating concerns where necessary.
Conduct sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening, analyse matches, and perform additional research (e.g., OSINT) when required.
Prepare clear, structured reports and maintain thorough documentation, ensuring a complete audit trail of decisions and rationale.

Preference is given to candidates with the following education background

- ICA Certificate/Diploma in AML, Governance, Risk & Compliance

- ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)

- CISI International Introduction to Securities & Investment or Risk in Financial Services

- STEP Certificate / Diploma (for trust & corporate services)

Requirements

3+ years of local experience in a similar role
Excellent spoken and written English
Ability to work with tight deadlines
AML & Compliance qualifications are a must here
Preference is given to candidates coming from a CSP

Education and Experience

Bachelor Degree in Banking and Finance , Criminology or a related field

Benefits

Health Insurance
Hybrid

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AML & Compliance Analyst

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