EY Senior Associate Financial Crime Risk Analyst 

United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, Belfast 

585187284

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct client due diligence on existing clients, including public resource research to gather KYC information and screening for PEP, Sanctions, and adverse media.
• Assess risks and determine if referrals to the 2nd line Financial Crime Team are required or if a risk-based approach can be taken.
• Liaise with client engagement teams to source additional documentation as needed.
• Manage personal workloads to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders regarding progress.

To qualify for the role, you must:

• Minimum of two year of experience in performing end-to-end CDD/KYC.
• Good understanding of AML legislation and experience in Sanctions, PEP, and Adverse media screening.
• Awareness of recent global events linked to financial crime and sanctions.
• Previous experience within a regulatory or professional services environment is an advantage.
• Education to degree standard is an advantage.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Strong communication skills, capable of dealing with a wide range of staff, including Partners.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and credibility at all levels.
• Strong team player with proven ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to make risk-based decisions while adhering to regulations.
• Comfortable with change, ambiguity, and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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