AML Assistant – Edinburgh
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
Interested? Contact Karen Kerr at 0131 550 1129 or email your CV to
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