AML Analyst

Dentons•Washington, DC

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Remote

About The Position

Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for an AML Analyst to join their US AML team. The role will support the AML Team in implementing the Firm's global anti-money laundering (AML) policies and procedures to manage AML, sanctions and reputational risks globally. The role will involve work across a broad range of risk management and compliance issues with a particular focus on Client Due Diligence (CDD), high-risk clients as well as sanctions monitoring. This position is a remote position.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant legal or compliance experience preferably acquired in an international law firm, although other professional services or financial services firms will be considered.
A good knowledge of relevant compliance rules and regulations, including (but not limited to) anti-money laundering and sanctions.
Highly effective research skills using all relevant information sources, including IT resources and ability to use them to their full potential.
Able to assemble research and produce clear and accurate findings.
Experience with industry standard matter opening systems (e.g Intapp Open) is advantageous.
PC literate with a good working knowledge of MS office, e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English language is required; proficiency in additional languages is considered an advantage.
Able to interact positively at all levels within the firm and be a good team player.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills; can clearly explain and present problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution.
Methodical approach to work; takes an efficient and organized approach to dealing with complex issues.
Able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines.
Can demonstrate initiative and must be able to work independently.
Able to be an ambassador for Dentons, being professional in outlook and attitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with industry standard matter opening systems (e.g Intapp Open) is advantageous.
Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English language is required; proficiency in additional languages is considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

Conducting Client Due Diligence on clients and matters and dealing with related queries.
Assessing the AML risks of new clients and matters, including advising on AML, sanctions and reputational risks.
Monitoring financial sanctions updates.
Conducting sanctions screening and analyzing search results within the appropriate internal and external databases.
Maintaining a database of information about firm clients and related parties.
Review and ongoing monitoring of Firm's High-Risk Clients.
Assisting on applicable AML and sanctions regulations, rules and policies.
Taking ownership of the matter opening processes relevant to the risk and compliance function.
Advising on inter-office working arrangements as relevant to the matter opening process.
Assisting with supporting the team in training on Firm's policies and procedures and system.
Assisting the Global AML and Sanctions Manager and Global Head of AML and Sanctions. Compliance on projects and ad hoc assignments as required.
Reviewing and adhering to Dentons’ internal compliance policies and procedures.
Other duties may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.