AML Analyst

Application Deadline: 22 August 2025

Department: AML

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: City, London

Reporting To: AML Manager

Compensation: £45,000 - £47,000 / year

Description

Are you a compliance professional with hands-on experience onboarding complex and high-risk clients? We are seeking an experienced AML Analyst to join our growing AML team.

You will play a key role in client onboarding and ongoing due diligence, working closely with managers and partners.
 
The successful candidate must be comfortable navigating complex client structures, including clients with multiple layers of ownership, overseas entities, and high-risk profiles.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence and onboarding for a range of entity structures, including complex and high-risk clients.
• Analyse data from sources such as Companies House to verify ownership and identify further documentation requirements.
• Perform electronic ID checks and investigate any system referrals.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders (including clients and solicitors) to gather and clarify information.
• Support ongoing client monitoring, including checks for adverse media, PEPs, and sanctions.
• Identify and report discrepancies relating to Persons with Significant Control (PSC).
• Stay abreast of changes in AML legislation and best practice.
• Support the AML Officer with AML programme administration, including policy updates, staff training, and ad hoc compliance tasks.

Who we're looking for

• Essential: Experience onboarding complex client structures (e.g. multiple layers of ownership, overseas clients, high-risk clients, trusts, or international businesses).
• Strong working knowledge of AML regulations and procedures
• Previous experience in a professional services or regulated environment
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently to deadlines

Why join MKS?

• Salary Reviews: Twice a year to recognise your contributions.
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days plus three days off at Christmas.
• Flexible Working: We're committed to a positive work-life balance, offering a hybrid working policy that prioritises your well-being and flexibility.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Health Cash Plan, Access to Digicare+, Employee Assistance Programme, and more!
• Professional Subscriptions: Invest in your growth and development.
• Inclusive Employer: Be part of a diverse team with equity, inclusion, and flexibility at the core.

If this opportunity sounds exciting to you, please download the full job description an apply asap. Please ensure your application clearly details your experience onboarding complex client structures. Only candidates with this experience will be considered.