Senior AML Analyst

Pinsent Masons•Warsaw, IN

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The role is part of the Regulatory Team within the General Counsel's Office (GCO) and supports the team's objective by assisting in ensuring the firm's compliance with legal and regulatory obligations concerning AML/KYC, sanctions, and conflict of interest management. The Regulatory Team operates on a regional structure. The Senior AML Analyst will primarily focus on their assigned region but is expected to provide support and assistance across all jurisdictions where the firm operates as needed. The GCO's purpose is to 'enable safe business,' providing Pinsent Masons with advice and support on risk, regulation, and law to achieve its economic, operational, and strategic objectives within applicable laws and its risk tolerance.

Requirements

Significant experience in AML, KYC, or regulatory compliance, ideally gained within a law firm or other professional services firm.
Experience of undertaking risk-based due diligence and complex client onboarding reviews.
Experience of researching and analysing information from multiple internal and external sources.
Experience of identifying and escalating regulatory and compliance risks.
Experience of supporting, mentoring, or training junior colleagues.
Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to gather and collate information from a variety of sources.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Sound judgment and the ability to formulate risk-based recommendations.
Professionalism and composure with very good organisational and prioritisation skills.
Attention to detail, high standards, and excellent client service skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
Strong client service orientation.
Ability to work independently whilst positively contributing to team collaboration.
Ability to work effectively across different cultures, with diverse perspectives and in multiple jurisdictions.
Intellectual curiosity, engagement and a proactive approach to learning and development.
Very good organisational skills and attention to detail and quality.
A practical, solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
Ability to collaborate and support other team members.
Flexibility and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an international or multi-jurisdictional environment.

Responsibilities

Support the client and matter intake and onboarding process.
Conduct anti-money laundering checks and risk assessments in line with relevant legislation and the firm's AML policy.
Research potential clients and matters using publicly available information, verification tools, and other appropriate databases.
Verify information provided by requesting teams and identify gaps and further requirements.
Respond to queries from stakeholders across the firm regarding client and matter intake and onboarding, and regulatory matters.
Build effective relationships with colleagues across different regions and business areas.
Provide support to other jurisdictions and regional teams as required.
Act as an escalation point for junior team members.
Support the onboarding and training of new joiners and knowledge sharing activities across the team as appropriate.
Support recruitment activities as required.
Participate in global and regional projects within the General Counsel's Office as required.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, systems, controls, and ways of working.