5 Contract, Financial Services / Investment jobs in Kelty, Fife

Eden Scott's client is seeking a skilled professional with a strong background in financial crime compliance? Our client is looking for an experienced Financial Crime Analyst to join their team on a 6-9-month contract basis in Edinburgh. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the company adherence to FCA regulations and in maintaining effective Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the company's compliance with FCA regulations, supporting AML periodic reviews and remediation programs.
• Perform AML risk assessments, analyse financial transactions, and provide recommendations for process improvement.
• Utilise AML software and tools to conduct both real-time and periodic monitoring of transactions.
• Conduct thorough investigations on flagged transactions and client accounts, including the preparation of suspicious activity reports (SARs) for regulatory authorities.
• Lead customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) processes, ensuring accurate documentation and record-keeping of client information.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on AML issues and the combating of financing terrorism-related activities.
• Work closely with various teams to enhance AML processes and controls, building strong relationships across the Bank to foster a risk-aware culture.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and evolving best practices within the financial crime sector.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrable experience in financial services, particularly within the financial crime compliance environment.
• Strong understanding of AML regulations, including the Money Laundering Regulations, EU Money Laundering Directives, and related sanctions.
• Exceptional attention to detail with robust analytical and interpretative abilities.
• Familiarity with money laundering typologies across various financial products and services, including experience dealing with sanctions, complex business models, PEPs, red flags, and suspicious activities.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-calibre team dedicated to upholding the integrity and reputation of our financial services. Based in Edinburgh, you will work in a dynamic environment that values proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement in financial crime prevention.

If you feel you can rise to the challenge, please contact Karen Kerr at the earliest opportunity or

e-mail Karen.kerr@edenscott.com

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE BASED IN SCOTLAND AS THE ROLE IS BASED IN SCOTLAND

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