Senior AML Analyst/Financial crime analyst

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POSITION INFO:

Job Opportunity: AML Analyst – Financial Services (Johannesburg)

Key Duties:
Conduct thorough reviews of sanctions, PEP lists, and adverse media for clients and business partners.
Assess AML/KYC documentation for a wide range of clients from different jurisdictions and legal structures.
Perform enhanced due diligence on high-risk accounts and assist with compliance reviews.
Guide and educate staff on financial crime prevention and effective risk management.
Investigate customer transactions and activities to spot any suspicious behavior.
Complete client risk assessments based on various regulatory criteria.
Prepare regular reports for management and assist with general admin tasks.
Update and maintain compliance documentation and handle due diligence queries.

Skills & Experience:
Degree/qualification in law, compliance, risk management, economics or related field.
At least 5 years' experience in AML compliance, ideally within the financial services sector.
Solid understanding of Money Laundering Regulations (UK/FICA) and associated financial crime risks.
Familiarity with PEP screening, sanctions checks, and enhanced due diligence processes.
Knowledge of the impact of financial sanctions on institutions.

Please send your CV to if you are interested.