Global AML Analyst

Dentons is currently recruiting for a Global AML Analyst to join their Global AML team. The role will support the Global 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

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 analysing 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
• Advising 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

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 1- 2 years relevant legal or compliance experience preferably acquired in an international law firm, although other professional services or financial services firms will be considered
• A high level of proficiency (written and spoken) in the English language is necessary. We are a truly global law firm and as such, always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities.
• 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.

Personal Attributes:

• Able to interact positively at all levels within the firm and 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 organised 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 with experience of operating in a multi-cultural environment.

Benefits

Work from home