Summary: The Financial Crime Analyst role in the utilities industry focuses on preventing and mitigating financial crime risks while ensuring compliance with global regulations. The position involves conducting due diligence, classifying third parties, and liaising with stakeholders to maintain high standards of integrity. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site in London, and is offered on a six-month contract with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct risk-sensitive due diligence in line with the UK Bribery Act, UK, EU, and US Sanctions, FCA expectations, and money laundering regulations.
• Classify third parties from a risk and regulatory perspective, including analysing ownership structures and applying appropriate risk ratings.
• Screen for sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and adverse information, escalating issues to management as needed.
• Liaise with business stakeholders, front office staff, and external parties to obtain relevant CDD documentation and ensure timely onboarding and reviews.
• Assist with monthly MI reporting on work progress and key risks.
• Ensure high standards of compliance through meticulous review of your work.
• Utilise your expertise in financial crime laws and regulations to assess their impact on due diligence activities.

Key Skills:

• Experience in global commodity trading business operations and third-party relationships.
• Proven track record in conducting due diligence and enhanced due diligence on various entities, including private companies, government entities, and higher-risk jurisdictions.
• Understanding of international statutory and regulatory requirements, particularly within the FCA regulated sector.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Confidence in communicating with key business stakeholders and external parties.
• High levels of integrity, trust, and an ethical track record.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to critically assess information swiftly.
• Proficiency in multiple due diligence/KYC systems and Microsoft Office products.
• Extensive relevant professional experience in due diligence/KYC, energy market trading, and UK compliance.
• Certified qualification in AML/KYC from a recognised institution (e.g., ICA/ACAMS) is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, team members, and internal stakeholders.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other