Financial Crime Analyst
Financial Crime Analyst
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Job Description
The Opportunity
We are seeking financial crime analysts to join our newly formed Financial Crime Team.
You will be a subjectmatter expert and trusted adviser to the partnership and lawyers on financial crime compliance in respect of new business. This includes the application of the firms AML/CTF policies and procedures in respect of client & matter due diligence risk assessments complex and/or high risk queries commercial approvals for new business and reputational risk advice.
Key responsibilities include:
Analysing and helping to manage the risks arising from the on boarding of new clients and matters.
Carrying out detailed CDD research on clients using a variety of different research tools including the analysis of structure charts and other materials to fully understand the ownership and control structure of the client.
Liaising with the other New Business Intake teams to ensure a joined up and efficient process for the practice groups.
Assisting with continuous improvement and operational uplift projects.
To be successful in this role you will have:
Candidates should have a degree and/or be qualified in either CDD/Compliance or have worked in a Financial Crime environment in the regulated sector or with a regulatory body or law enforcement.
An ability to handle complex and confidential matters with total discretion.
Excellent research and analytical skills.
Good commercial awareness.
Ability to prioritise workload and help manage the teams global workflows.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work autonomously and prioritise multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent verbal written and face to face communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines.
Ability to work well within a global team and support the Financial Crime Team in London.
The Team
New Business Intake falls under the General Counsel & Risk function and we are responsible for the resolution of complex legal and commercial conflict problems globally. We play a key role in the development and shaping of firm strategy globally by liaising with Sector Lead Partners Regional/Global Heads of Practice and Business Development to ensure that any new instructions are a commercial fit for the firm.
What you can expect from us:
Were a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 5000 professionals. As the market leader in Australia we are committed to high performance collaboration diversity and digital innovation. We are clientcentred commercially driven and renowned for our solutionfocused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.
We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences supportive challenges team collaboration mentors and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
We value your wellbeing both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support youll have it and well empower you to harness your personal strengths navigate uncertainty embrace opportunities and effectively manage things within your control.
For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click/ copy this link into your browser us to be part of a human bold and outstanding team at Australias market leading law firm.
We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our ValuesHuman Bold and Outstanding.
For any questions or a confidential discussion please contact Donella Gressieux Senior Recruitment Advisor on
This vacancy is being managed directly by Herbert Smith Freehills Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you.
Team
General Counsel and RiskWorking Pattern
Location
SydneyContract type
Permanent ContractDiversity & Inclusion
We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our ValuesHuman Bold and Outstanding.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
