AML Screening Support Officer

Working within the Compliance team, the AML Screening Support Officer will be tasked with screening against Sanctions, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), Law Enforcements and Adverse Media, while supporting the effective operation of the Firm’s AML/CFT control framework.

Responsibilities include:

• Analysing alerts within the ongoing screening systems and determining whether escalation is required
• Assisting the AML Assistants and First Line of Defence with analysing hits encountered during the screening at onboarding and ongoing monitoring
• Preparing reports of true positives if findings are material and must be escalated to the Compliance Officer or the MLRO
• Monitoring and reporting on relevant sanctions developments, alerts, and regulatory updates
• Maintaining customer data within the screening platforms to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Preparing,importing and validating customer screening data, including the export and maintenance of screening reports and records
• Assisting with periodic reviews, ongoing monitoring exercises, and remediation projects relating to customer screening data
• Supporting the maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation of screening tools and related systems.
• Assisting with internal testing, compliance monitoring reviews, and internal audit exercises relating to AML screening controls.
• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of internal training and guidance on screening procedures and escalation requirements.
• Maintaining appropriate records, audit trails, and evidence of screening reviews and escalations in line with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.
• Supporting the implementation of enhancements to screening processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Follow up on outstanding information, documentation, and escalations related to screening matters

Skills/Expectations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.
• Ability to work on his / her own initiative and also as part of a team.
• Have a good understanding of the Microsoft Office and Windows environment.
• A proactive approach towards facing challenges and solving issues
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Willingness to learn and develop within an AML/CFT and compliance environment.
• Previous experience in AML screening, compliance, customer due diligence, or a similar role will be considered an asset.

Knowledge of AML/CFT obligations, sanctions screening, and regulatory requirements will be considered an asset.