AML Specialist

We have an exciting opportunity for an AML Specialist to join our Financial Crime team at YBS.

Our friendly and collaborative team plays a vital role in protecting both the Society and our members from financial this role youll use your expertise to provide robust analysis and insight helping to shape strategic priorities while ensuring we meet our regulatory and statutory obligations. Working closely with stakeholders across the business youll contribute to maintaining a strong financial crime framework and supporting YBS in managing financial crime risk effectively.

About the role

As an AML Specialist its about following operating procedures making sure that the decisions we make are aligned with our risk appetite and the current economic situation and providing specialist technical advice across our this role youll be responsible for:

• Completing enhanced due diligence checks on high risk customers and investigating any suspicious activity.
• Supporting implementation plans throughout the AML Team
• Working to agreed quality targets and service level agreements while focusing on delivering an exceptional service

About you

Were looking for an experienced AML Specialist with a background in investigating suspicious activity and a solid understanding of financial crime and AML regulations. An ICA Advanced AML Certificate or an equivalent professional qualification would be advantageous but above all were seeking someone who is committed to continuously developing their expertise in this ever-evolving field.

Youll be confident making informed decisions with excellent communication and relationship-building skills that enable you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across all levels of the organisation.

Previous experience managing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and conducting Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is important for this role.

About us

At YBS we dont have shareholders we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here youll be respected for who you are youll be able to bring your whole self to work and youll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether its finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours we can help make it work for you.

Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions were committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one well set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity. Were passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If youll go the extra mile to help our members youll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work including:

• Holiday. Youll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.

• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).

• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future thats why well contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.

• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS when you join us youll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance dental and healthcare plans.

• My Benefits. When you join YBS youll have access to our self-service benefits portal where you can access a range of retail hospitality and health discounts

Ready to apply

If youre excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team click apply now to send us your application.

Want more information

If you have any questions about this role please contact Olivia Eaton