Senior AML Analyst

Aztec Group•St Helier, VA

11h

About The Position

At Aztec, we provide talented and dynamic individuals with the opportunity to build a rewarding career. We’re an ambitious company, committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients and delivering operational excellence at every stage of their fund’s lifecycle. Our culture is what makes us a standout place to work. Our people are at the heart of our business: putting clients first; delivering service excellence; working as one team; building lasting connections and embodying our values and purpose. Join our journey and discover what makes us the bright alternative. About the role: Reports to AML Supervisor As a Senior AML Analyst specializing in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), you will support with the continuing client due diligence (CDD) procedures both pre and post client / investor take-on and will be a key advisor to the business, clients and investors on AML matters. You will be an active member of the Aztec Compliance and AML team, contributing your ideas to the way we do things and develop further your own expertise, as well as the expertise of the people who work with you. The role requires daily liaison with other Risk and Compliance employees and with both client facing teams within the company as well as our clients.

Requirements

Proven experience in AML/CTF or a compliance role within the financial services sector would represent a strong asset for this position
A working knowledge of the AML regimes in Jersey, Guernsey and/or UK
Excellent communication and relationship building skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts
Good working knowledge of IT systems, particularly Microsoft Excel any experience of creating reports driven by Excel functions would be an advantage
Able to demonstrate a team player attitude
Good time management and organisational skills
A self-starter with a proactive and dynamic style and a high degree of attention to detail
An analytical approach with good research skills
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and quality standards
A high level of integrity and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Experience and knowledge of funds would be an advantage but not essential
Holding or actively pursuing an ICA qualification is beneficial
Experience with Fenergo, Lexis Nexis, or similar compliance/AML systems is preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct CDD enquiries and collate documentation in line with Aztec Policy
Maintain accurate and complete CDD records are maintained to cover new business take-on and trigger events (Promoters, Carry vehicles, General Partners, Management, GP Entities, Investors, POAs & SPVs etc)
Review and assess CDD files to evaluate the inherent AML risk and where appropriate escalate cases to the relevant jurisdiction’s MLRO/MLCO as required (this includes reviewing and assessing screening matches)
Provide guidance to Administration teams and key stakeholders to ensure CDD files are prepared accurately, completely and in a timely manner
Ensure CDD procedures comply with AML laws, regulations, and internal policies
Prepare AML reports as required for the Fund Boards
Perform periodic reviews of CDD files
Remain fully up to date with anti-money laundering legislations and guidance in the relevant jurisdictions with an awareness of developing AML/CFT methodologies and policies where necessary

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