AML Analyst
AML Analyst
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$ 60000 - 70000
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Job Description
Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for anAML Analystto join their US AML team. The role will support the AML Team in implementing the Firms global anti-money laundering (AML) policies and procedures to manage AML sanctions and reputational risks globally. The role will involve work across a broad range of risk management and compliance issues with a particular focus on Client Due Diligence (CDD) high-risk clients as well as sanctions monitoring. This position is fully remote and open to any location near a Dentons office.
Responsibilities
- Conducting Client Due Diligence on clients and matters and dealing with related queries
- Assessing the AML risks of new clients and matters including advising on AML sanctions and reputational risks
- Monitoring financial sanctions updates
- Conducting sanctions screening and analyzing search results within the appropriate internal and external databases
- Maintaining a database of information about firm clients and related parties
- Review and ongoing monitoring of Firms High-Risk Clients
- Assisting on applicable AML and sanctions regulations rules and policies
- Taking ownership of the matter opening processes relevant to the risk and compliance function.
- Advising on inter-office working arrangements as relevant to the matter opening process
- Assisting with supporting the team in training on Firms policies and procedures and system
- Assisting the Global AML and Sanctions Manager and Global Head of AML and Sanctions Compliance on projects and ad hoc assignments as required
- Reviewing and adhering to Dentons internal compliance policies and procedures
- Other duties as may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position
Experience & Education
- A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- At least 1- 2 years relevant legal or compliance experience preferably acquired in an international law firm although other professional services or financial services firms will be considered
- A high level of proficiency (written and spoken) in the English language is necessary. We are a truly global law firm and as such always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities
- A good knowledge of relevant compliance rules and regulations including (but not limited to) anti-money laundering and sanctions
- Highly effective research skills using all relevant information sources including IT resources and ability to use them to their full potential
- Able to assemble research and produce clear and accurate findings
- Experience with industry standard matter opening systems (e.g Intapp Open) is advantageous
- PC literate with a good working knowledge of MS office e.g. Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook
- Able to interact positively at all levels within the firm and a good team player
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills; can clearly explain and present problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution
- Methodical approach to work; takes an efficient and organised approach to dealing with complex issues
- Able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines
- Can demonstrate initiative and must be able to work independently
- Able to be an ambassador for Dentons being professional in outlook and attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Salary Range
Chicago and Denver DOE: $60000 - $70000
Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical dental vision 401k profit sharing short-term/long-term disability life insurance tuition reimbursement paid time off paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at 1 or contact us at
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