Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

Job title: Anti Money Laundering/KYC I Location: Manchester piccadilly, UK Duration: 12 Months Responsibilities Client Onboarding/Transitions/Conversions - IC1Under significant direction, conducts assigned operational and data analysis activities related to client onboarding/transitions/conversions. Prepares for and onboards clients, opens and closes accounts and/or analyses, reconciles and reviews incoming or outgoing data for accurate translation to platform. Determines the best set-up for client accounts and establishes or makes updates to client accounts. Prepares for the opening of new accounts once due diligence on KYC and AML has been completed. Reviews the Account Opening Checklist for accuracy. Closes off accounts by first checking for any pending activity or balances remaining in the account. Conducts pre- transition/conversion testing and quality review of client data. Escalates findings to senior colleagues or assigned transition consultant. Responsible for the daily workflow of client transition/conversion operational and data analysis, monitoring each component of the transition/conversion including data requirements, regulatory and compliance impact and data transfer, coordination with third parties, etc. Assist with managing transitions/conversions by developing transition/conversion plans along with timelines, assessing key resource requirements and identifying critical paths. Coordinate with different departments to complete tasks and documentation in time. Communicate progress to team and escalate issues or potential project delays. Provides project management to maintain and support less complex client relationships. Works closely with and provide support for Transition Consulting, Relationship Management and Account Management teams to ensure knowledge of client priorities and preferences and a seamless client experience. No direct reports. May have people management responsibilities in some geographies. Responsible for small, less complex clients or supports non-complex project phases and contributes to the achievement of team objectives. Bachelors degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Advanced/graduate degree preferred Experience in client-facing or project management preferred.