We are recruiting for experienced AML Analysts to be based in Manchester working within the Savills UK Anti-Money Laundering ("AML") compliance team covering all client types in accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 as amended and other financial crime related regulations for Savills UK clients and counterparties. This demanding role within a high volume environment is to liaise with internal / external stakeholders and third parties to conduct client due diligence checks independently according to business requirements.
Occasional travel between Savills offices may be required.
Responsibilities
* Complete CDD checks for Savills UK clients and counterparties in accordance with Savills UK procedures using compliance systems, logs and files.
* Obtain and review information for corporates and private individuals from relevant sources (e.g. Companies House) and determine further information requirements.
* Liaising with internal stakeholders (Fee Earners / Admin Reps) and clients / solicitors to obtain further information where we are not able to obtain the required information from public sources.
* Ensuring CDD checks are conducted within the time frames in accordance with Savills UK procedures and compliance priorities.
* Maintenance of systems for completed CDD checks and the ongoing follow up of incomplete checks.
* Completion of ongoing CDD in accordance with the risk rating of the client, including the processing of compliance system alerts.
* Completion of investigation and a resolution of PEP reviews and sanctions screening alerts as required.
* Completion of peer reviews in accordance with self sign-offs and risk assessment protocols.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in an AML role.
* Proven track record of working to deadlines in an office environment.
* Strong administration, research and problem solving experience.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* High attention to detail, organisation skills and workload prioritisation.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Self‑starter, who relishes challenges and strives for the best.
* Focussed: commits to challenging goals and delivers consistently against these.
* Strong team player: builds relationships and consults with others, quickly establishes trust and credibility.
* A working knowledge of HMRC's AML guidance is desirable.
Benefits
We understand the importance of a work life balance and offer you a generous holiday entitlement, which increases throughout your career as you progress through your job levels or reach service milestones.
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