AML Control Analyst

For nearly 200 years we have provided financial services to customers across the UK, and now the US. As one of Europe’s largest insurance and asset management groups, with over £1 trillion in assets, we are experts in safeguarding people’s financial futures. Our ambitions are underpinned by five strong businesses, each of which is innovating and expanding globally, adding new products and solutions to their strategic goals. We aim to be leaders in four key areas: retirement, investment management, capital investment and insurance. Our businesses work together to deliver on our purpose and to drive synergies across the Group.

We are currently recruiting an AML Control Analyst to join our team. 

The AML Control Team is 1st line team responsible for the verification of new and existing clients for Anti Money Laundering purposes, in addition to the performance of periodic reviews, transaction monitoring and investigation of PEP, Sanction and Adverse Media screening alerts.

In this role, you will be a first line AML SME to provide 1st line AML capabilities to a selection of LGIM’s businesses.

What you'll be doing

• Completing AML tasks (within defined SLA) including:
  • Reviewing AML/KYC Due Diligence on a range of clients with different legal structures and in various jurisdictions
  • Assessing client files that require enhanced due diligence or have associated political exposed person (PEPs), adverse information, sanctions and any other factors
  • Monitoring for any material changes that may impact the risk status of clients
  • Regular monitoring of client activity against profile to identify suspicious activity.
  • Overseeing AML Control team to ensure that all KYC checks are complete and evidenced in accordance with the AML policy and procedures and other relevant regulations
• Acting as point of escalation for first line stakeholders on KYC matters.
• Maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders in both 1st (onboarding and client teams both in LGIM and with third party fund administrators) and 2nd lines of defence (LGIM Financial Crime)
• Producing clear and to-the-point management information for various groups, committees and team meetings as required. 
• Maintaining detailed knowledge of relevant rules and legislation, and ensure AML Control Team meet any new regulatory requirements as defined by LGIM Financial Crime.

What we're looking for

• Relevant Industry Recognised AML qualification e.g. ICA International AML Diploma; Advanced Certificate in CDD; ACAMS.
• Good analytical skills and industry awareness including of emerging regulation.
• A good understanding of UK regulation preferably with exposure to the onboarding of clients into pension and investment related products.
• Ideally some knowledge of other European jurisdictions, for example, Ireland and Luxembourg.
• A demonstrable understanding of corporate structures and the ability to apply appropriate KYC/CDD requirements in line with LGIM policy for direct clients and related/associated parties
• AML/KYC Financial Services Industry experience gained in an Operational KYC/AML Team, ideally within Asset Management environment.
• Experience of AML Operations activities within, ideally Asset Management industry in a 1st Line (1LOD) capacity, together with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to fast pace changing circumstances in order to ensure a smooth efficient operation. Accuracy and a methodical approach are essential.
• Ability to work with other compliance teams and business colleagues to promote a good conduct risk and compliance culture so that regulatory expectations are exceeded
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritize workloads to meet agreed deadlines

When you commit to Legal & General, we’ll commit to you too. That means we’ll recognise and reward your hard work, your performance and your contribution.

If you join us, you’ll get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, at least 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, life assurance, and Income Protection. You can participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice. We’re also proud to offer competitive family leave. 

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes. And then there are the many discounts we offer that you can take advantage of – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online offerings. 

The brand with the brolly is choosing today to change tomorrow.

Since 1836, we’ve grown to become one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurance brands. 

We’re all here to improve the lives of our customers, build a better society for the long term, and create value for our shareholders - helping to shape a better future for society and the planet.

We need people who share our ambitions, agility and entrepreneurial spirit to help us do it.

At L&G, you’ll find a balance that helps you be your best. Empowered by hybrid working, we’re supported by technology and workplaces that enable us to work effectively wherever we are. We come together in offices to collaborate and connect, and use time at home for individual, focused activities. And, when we achieve great things, we celebrate our success and reward strong performance.

Today, there’s over 10,000 of us, working towards our mission, with plenty of opportunities to grow your career as we grow L&G. Will you join us?

Great minds don’t have to think alike, so we welcome voices from all backgrounds. Bringing together people with different life experiences helps us build empathy with our customers and drive innovation.

We don’t just talk about it, we actively promote diversity and equitable opportunities for all. That means our employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status. In fact, we embrace every dimension of diversity to reflect the customers and communities we serve.

We think it’s important to create an inclusive environment where we can all belong, contribute and drive progress, where you can develop and grow, and be empowered. We want you to use your voice to help us build a better tomorrow.

We all work differently, and have different needs, which is why. we’re always open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Likewise, we’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs during our recruiting process.

So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.