Anti Money Laundering jobs in United Kingdom

Main Purpose: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective compliance program within the organization. As a Compliance Officer you will be responsible for ensuring that our organisation aligns with relevant laws, regulations and ethical practices. The role involves providing advisory services, monitoring and control implementation, for all areas of Compliance including Anti Money laundering (AML), Anti Bribery (ABC) and Sanctions. As well as supporting other compliance matters, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and promoting a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience, preferably across physical commodities (oil, metals, bulk, gas, power) and/or logistics (such as shipping)
• Experienced in policy drafting and implementation
• In-depth knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML), anti-bribery regulations (ABC), international sanctions /trade embargos.
• Excellent communicator (written and oral) and ability to deliver "difficult messages"
• Trained to work around a problem and find alternatives
• Establish and maintain good working relationships
• Attention to detail
• Thrive in fast-paced environmentOutstanding teammate
• Proficient english

• Reviewing, developing and implementing company policies and procedures
• Performing AML/KYC reviews for higher risk scenarios
• Reviewing complex third‑party payment issues
• Providing guidance and support to staff members seeking clarification on KYC/AML related matters.
• Reviewing changes of sanctions related legislation and answering questions on its implementation
• Completing vessel screening checks
• Implementing anti bribery controls including gifts and entertainment controls
• Coordinate and progress a variety of process/system improvement projects. Identifying potential gaps and assisting with systems improvements, building and testing existing and new controls to ensure compliance with policies and best practices
• Monitoring the ongoing planning, implementation and delivery of projects relevant to compliance

The role reports to the Deputy Head of Compliance and has daily interaction with other departments such as Trading teams, Operations, Claims/Disbursements, Chartering, Legal, Finance among others.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.