Financial Crime (CDD) Risk Analyst - Permanent - Newcastle - Hybrid working
Location: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Date: 16 May 2026
Requisition ID: 1691665
Within the professional services environment, the application of risk management procedures is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion of our brand.
At EY, Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Analysts promote and support risk management within the business. The aim of the CDD Team is to uphold our business standards, maintain and enhance the value of the firm, and ensure that EY UK, its Partners and staff comply with regulations imposed by external regulators or EY Global in relation to the conduct of our business.
Financial crime risks relating to anti-money laundering (AML), terrorist financing, anti-bribery controls, sanctions compliance and fraud are a high focus for regulated businesses and external scrutiny as regulation and practice continue to evolve. EY has formed a centralised CDD team to support financial crime compliance with respect to client acceptance procedures.
The opportunity
The Central CDD team supports EY Partners and staff in executing and complying with Global, Regional and local risk management policies and procedures related to financial crime, data protection, and the development, maintenance, communication and training of key RM policies. The team provides advice on complex risk matters and monitors the application of these policies.
An opening exists for a CDD Analyst. The main purpose of the role is to ensure the firm’s compliance with applicable legislation by performing first line compliance processes and supporting staff in the Service Lines with CDD checks.
This is a hybrid role requiring some time in the Newcastle office. Successful candidates must have a manageable commute.
Your key responsibilities
* Perform risk-based client due diligence on actual and potential clients of the Firm in accordance with EY policies and procedures
* Navigate public databases and internal systems to identify and verify due diligence information
* Conduct adverse screening checks on clients and undertake follow-up research as required
* Manage personal workloads to ensure queues of work are dealt with in a timely manner
* Encourage client-facing staff to engage with the Central CDD Team
* Other tasks, as directed by the Team Manager and Central CDD Team Senior Manager
Skills and attributes for success
* Good communication skills capable of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders, including Partners
* The ability to establish and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and credibility at all levels
* Strong team player with proven ability to work with others
* Creative and effective problem solving skills
* Enthusiastic, positive and resilient attitude
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a demanding environment
* High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
To qualify for the role, you must have
* A basic understanding of Client Due Diligence, Anti Money Laundering and Financial Crime
* An awareness of recent global events linked to financial crime and sanctions
* Previous experience within a regulatory or professional services environment is an advantage
* Education to degree standard is an advantage
What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package that rewards individual and team performance. Our Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. With FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well‑being, insurance, savings and a range of discounts and promotions.
* Support and coaching from engaging colleagues
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
* The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and considers flexible working arrangements to help achieve a lifestyle balance.
About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. We use finance products, expertise and systems developed to build a better working world and to provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. We aim to be the best employer by 2024.
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