Senior Cdd & Aml Officer - 12 Month Ftc - Hybrid

Scope

We are seeking a Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer to join a leading independent, global real estate consultancy. The Senior CDD & AML Officer provides daily support to UK offices as part of centralised CDD & AML team.  

Knowledge of the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Terrorism Act 2000 and the Criminal Finance Act 2017 and their application for CDD and AML purposes is required.  Knowledge of the “HMRC Guidance for Estate Agents – Money Laundering” would also be useful. Excellent analytical skills are required as the role includes facilitating the CDD on-boarding process, reviewing documentation and making risk-based decisions in accordance with established procedures. Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide verbal and written advice in a timely, clear and concise manner to both internal and external clients are important.

About Knight Frank LLP

There’s a human element in the world of property that is too easily overlooked.

At Knight Frank we build long-term relationships, which allow us to provide personalised, clear and considered advice on all areas of property in all key markets. We believe personal interaction is a crucial part of ensuring every client is matched to the property that suits their needs best – be it commercial or residential.

Operating in locations where our clients need us to be, we provide a worldwide service that’s locally expert and globally informed. For the Strategy, Risk and Operations Department, this means that you will work where is most efficient for your day, whether this is in Baker St, another Knight Frank office, or at home.  

We believe that inspired teams naturally provide excellent and dedicated client service. Therefore, we’ve created a workplace where opinions are respected, where everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and where they’re rewarded for excellence. The result is that our people are more motivated, ensuring your experience with us is the best that it can be.

Headquartered in London, we have 523 offices in 60 territories and more than 18,170 people.

Responsibilities

• -mplement CDD on-boarding process, including sanctions checks and verifications in accordance with established procedures.
• Apply technical knowledge of onboarding a variety of entity types ranging from simple private limited companies to overseas companies, trusts, LLP, LP and funds. 
• Provide CDD and AML support to all levels of stakeholders across the firm and external clients.
• Assist with the ongoing monitoring of clients.
• Provide training in various settings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant CDD and AML regulations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the central CDD function, any AML project work and reporting requirements as required.

Professional experience and personal skills profile

Qualifications/Education Required. 

• Degree qualification; or minimum of 18 months experience in a reputable company providing dedicated CDD and AML support.
• ICA certificate in AML, Financial Crime or Compliance

Systems & IT competence

• General experience of Microsoft Office packages.
• Adobe Full version
• Experience of third party CDD or client on-boarding screening tools.

Particular Aptitudes/Skills Required

• Working knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017; The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002; Terrorism Act 2000; Criminal Finance Act 2017; Joint Money Laundering Steering Guidance; sanctions regimes and HMRC guidance for AML is desirable.
• Demonstrable experience in CDD/AML.
• Must have dealt with both private and commercial clients including companies and trusts based in the UK and overseas.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Must be well presented, have a clear, confident speaking voice, good time management and planning skills. 
• Must have a positive “hands on” attitude to supporting internal and external clients.

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Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.