Junior AML Analyst Permanent

This prestigious City based bank are currently looking to strengthen their AML Governance & Compliance operations team. This role will suit a well educated individual who has gained at least 18 months knowledge, understanding and experience of AML/KYC operations and general banking issues. Duties will include:- Carry out AML/KYC reviews on new customer files and identify financial crime risk by gathering information either from the public domain and/or from customers direct. To escalate any cases to the financial crime team if required. Process periodic reviews on existing and high-risk customers in accordance with the relevant divisional procedures. Carry out KYC/AML checks on any third parties including contractors, brokers, professionals and charities. Conduct PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening checks on all relevant parties. Review all relevant due diligence documentation and liaise with the lending teams or customers to obtain any additional information required to complete all checks. Good Microsoft office skills are required