Anti Money Laundering (AML) Specialist

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Specialist
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits

About the Company:
My client is a leading provider of finance solutions, committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention. As part of their growing team, they are seeking an experienced AML Specialist to enhance their financial crime function and provide expert guidance to the business.

The Role:

Reporting within the compliance structure, this role is critical in supporting the Financial Crime Manager. The AML Specialist will be the first point of contact for Money Laundering, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, and Law Enforcement Agency enquiries. This role also involves training and coaching team members to strengthen AML capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Handle Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and provide SME-level advice on regulatory obligations.
2. Act as an escalation point for AML concerns and investigations.
3. Support the AML Analyst and contribute to developing the financial crime function.
4. Review fraud referrals, conduct due diligence, and investigate flagged transactions.
5. Conduct investigations using systems such as Dow Jones, Hunter, OSIMP, CIFAS, and NCA Portal.
6. Analyse and assess risk associated with financial transactions and customer profiles.
7. Liaise with law enforcement, regulatory bodies, and internal teams on AML and fraud matters.
8. Ensure compliance with AML regulations, mitigate financial crime risks, and enhance detection processes.

Ideal Candidate:

1. Proven experience in AML, financial crime, or fraud investigation.
2. Strong knowledge of AML frameworks, compliance, and regulatory reporting.
3. Experience using screening and monitoring tools such as OSIMP, Dow Jones, Hunter, CIFAS, and the NCA Portal, would be advantageous.
4. Background in banking, financial services, or motor finance is highly desirable.
5. Excellent analytical and investigative skills with the ability to assess and mitigate risks.
6. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
7. Resilient, adaptable, and passionate about AML and financial crime prevention.

Why Join?

1. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing financial services company.
2. Work alongside an experienced team in a supportive and collaborative environment.
3. Hybrid working model with flexibility.
4. Competitive salary package and benefits.
5. Career development and training opportunities.

If you're an experienced AML professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join my client and play a key role in their financial crime team.