Eden Scott are working on behalf of a well‑established professional services firm to recruit an AML Assistant to join their Risk & Compliance team in Edinburgh.
This is a 12 Month position, The role is office‑based,
Reporting to the AML Manager, the AML Assistant will support the firm in ensuring ongoing compliance with Anti‑Money Laundering regulations. This is a varied and hands‑on role, ideal for someone with prior CDD/KYC experience within legal or professional services.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing new client and new matter workflows
* Reviewing CDD/KYC information and supporting documentation
* Reviewing Matter Risk Assessments
* Identifying and following up on outstanding information with Fee Earners
* Setting up and reviewing online verification (Amiqus) requests
* Responding to general AML queries
* Providing AML documentation for in‑house trust companies and Partners
* Checking PEP and Sanctions screening matches
* Conducting ongoing monitoring and file reviews
* Updating and maintaining High‑Risk and PEP registers
Skills & Experience
* Minimum 1-2 years’ CDD/KYC experience, ideally within Financial Services or professional services
* Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Confident PC skills; full systems training will be provided
* Self‑motivated, flexible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
* High level of discretion due to exposure to sensitive information
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THIS EXPERIENCE
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