OverviewFCP Senior Analyst

— Department: Compliance • Employment Type: Permanent • Location: London

The Senior FCP Analyst plays a critical role in the detection, prevention, and resolution of potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes. They will take ownership of complex case reviews, carry out client on-boarding, support regulatory reporting, and provide training to administrators and other practitioners in the Firm.

Responsibilities

CDD

Support the business in conducting Client Due Diligence ("CDD") on new clients and for on-going monitoring for existing clients

Reviewing straightforward and enhanced CDD information and authorising in accordance with the Firm''s AML policies

Conduct adverse media searches

Support the business in conducting electronic verification requests

Gather CDD information from Companies House and other open sources

Directly requesting CDD information from clients

Responding to CDD queries from staff

Advising the Firm on deficiencies which need to be resolved before client due diligence is considered complete

Researching Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and other high risk clients

SARS

Acknowledging and drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)

Gathering and analyse information relating to SARs

Submit reports to the National Crime Agency (NCA)

Financial Crime Prevention

Reviewing client money nominals and completing CDD checks on client money accounts

Supporting the team on any ad hoc projects that support the continuous improvement and development of financial crime across the firm.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Demonstrable experience in AML, financial crime, or a related compliance function

Proven experience gathering and analysing information relating to SARS and drafting suspicious activity wording

Solid understanding of global AML laws and regulations (e.g. UK Money Laundering Regulations, FATF standards, SAICA knowledge is desirable)

Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail

Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism

Excellent communication and report writing skills

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Desirable Qualifications

Professional certification (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent)

Experience working with high-risk clients

Knowledge of sanctions screening or PEP/adverse media screening tools (eg. Worldcheck, Smartsearch)

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