Shepherd and Wedderburn are currently recruiting for an AML Analyst to join their AML team based in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will ensure the firm’s ongoing compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulations and monitor funds received into the firm’s client account reporting unusual activity to the firm’s MLRO. There will be a requirement to deal with client and matter management on the firm’s practice management system as required. The role Review client due diligence (CDD) forms and documentation received from fee earners and ensure that they comply with AML Regulations and the firm’s internal policies, controls and procedures. Challenge where required the content of CDD forms and directly liaise with fee earners/PAs to obtain a satisfactory response. Timeously check in and appropriately respond to CDD forms and documentation received including correspondence and emails received by the AML team. Report on clients who do not have appropriate CDD and liaise with fee earners/PAs to ensure this is obtained. Provide advice and guidance to the firm’s fee earners/PAs in order to assist them in ensuring appropriate CDD is obtained to comply with AML Regulations. Undertake verification of identity checks and checks for sanctions, politically exposed persons and adverse new using electronic search products. Review incoming funds to the firm’s client account and assess whether they are from an acceptable source for AML purposes; liaise with fee earners and Cashroom team members to resolve queries in line with the firm’s policies, controls and procedures. Prepare and revie risk assessments of clients and matters as necessary. Assist with the design and implementation of new AML policies, controls and procedures. To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager. Skills/Experience Essential Excellent analytical skills Ability to work under pressure, to strict deadlines and to exercise initiative Ability to solve problems in a practice and methodical way Excellent customer service attitude and strong attention to detail are essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills Competency in Word, Excel and Powerpoint Willingness to take responsibility for decisions Desirable Previous experience of working in commercial, law, banking or financial environment Experience in a compliance/risk management role Operational experience of AML compliance To view the full details of the role and submit an application, please click apply.