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Senior AML Analyst

Full TimePermanentNot specifiedAdministration
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 27 March 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Senior AML Analyst to join our clients compliance team. The role will support the company’s AML/CFT framework through client screening, transaction monitoring, risk assessments, and compliance assurance. Key Responsibilities: Conduct AML screening, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring of clients Investigate alerts, review transactions, and ensure SARs are raised appropriately Maintain registers for PEPs, high-risk clients, and other AML documentation Act as a point of contact for practical interpretation of AML policies and procedures Support AML assurance checks and regulatory reporting Skills & Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in AML/compliance within financial services Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and due diligence processes Experience with screening software (World-Check, Dow Jones, Moody’s Grid) ICA AML qualification desirable Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your AML career in a supportive and dynamic environment. To apply email jo@recruitmentworks.im or call 629 676

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi52%
AI exposure (AIOE)i76%

Many core tasks, such as client screening, transaction monitoring, and register maintenance, are increasingly supported or partially automated by RegTech and AI tools. However, the role still requires significant human judgment for interpreting regulations, investigating complex cases, and providing policy guidance, which limits full automation. The exposure to AI augmentation is high due to the prevalence of data-driven and report-based tasks.

Task analysis

  • Conduct AML screening and ongoing monitoring of clients using screening software.
  • Investigate alerts and review transactions for suspicious activity.
  • Perform risk assessments on new and existing clients.
  • Maintain registers for PEPs, high-risk clients, and AML documentation.
  • Raise and document Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as required.
  • Act as a point of contact for interpretation of AML policies and procedures.
  • Support AML assurance checks and internal compliance reviews.
  • Provide guidance and training to junior staff on AML processes.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 2423Management Consultants and Business Analysts
O*NET: 13-1111.00 Management Analysts
AI analysis: 15 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Office administrative, office support and other business support activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £50k
UK sector median
£34,855
UK sector mean
£49,618
£0£13k£25k£38k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI tools for faster client screening and monitoring
  • Use data visualisation to enhance suspicious activity detection
  • Automate routine register updates with workflow tools

📈 Disruption outlook

12%1 yr
38%5 yrs
68%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

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🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentComplyAdvantage

Automates AML screening and transaction monitoring tasks

💻 TechnologyPower Automate

Streamlines register maintenance and SAR documentation workflows

🌍 OutsourcingSpecialist AML Service Providers

Handles high-volume routine screening remotely

Recommendation

🔀 Hybrid approach

AI can automate routine tasks; human oversight needed for judgment calls

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate register updates and SAR workflows

Copilot for Excel

Analyse transaction data for anomalies

Microsoft Teams

Collaborate on compliance reviews and case discussions

Key Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)ExpertDue DiligenceAdvancedRegulatory ComplianceAdvancedRisk ManagementAdvancedAttention to DetailExpertData AnalysisAdvancedMonitoringAdvancedReport WritingIntermediateCritical ThinkingAdvancedStakeholder ManagementIntermediateSuspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)Advanced

Knowledge Areas

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist FinancingFinancial Regulations and ComplianceFinancial Services IndustryData Analysis and ReportingRegulatory ComplianceClient Service and Relationship ManagementBusiness Ethics and Professional Standards

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingWritingCoordinationMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisPersuasionActive LearningInstructing

Alternative Career Paths

AML Compliance Manager90% match

Oversees and leads the AML compliance function, managing teams and policy implementation.

Financial Crime Investigator85% match

Specializes in investigating complex financial crime and fraud cases within financial institutions.

Regulatory Reporting Analyst80% match

Focuses on preparing and submitting regulatory reports for financial compliance.

Risk Analyst75% match

Assesses and manages risks across financial products and client portfolios.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Apache TomcatGoogle AngularMicrosoft ASP.NETSpring FrameworkMySQLTransact-SQLApache KafkaApache MavenGoMicrosoft PowerShellSAP softwareC#jQueryScalaSwift

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Getting Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Working with Computers
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Processing Information
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Documenting/Recording Information

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

24%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

13%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

5/5

Extensive prep

O*NET Median Salary

£66k

US ref. $84k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Business and Financial Operations

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