The Analyst has the responsibility to mitigate AML risk, meet industry standards and practices, and comply with AML regulations. Reporting to the AML Customer Due Diligence Compliance Manager, this role will help minimize Northern Trust’s money laundering risk by validating regulatory and internal compliance with AML laws, rules, regulations, programs & policies, procedures, and minimum standards. Executes quality control reviews of AML-related activities to assess the level of adherence to policies and procedures by the first and second lines of defense. Conducts ongoing due diligence for Clients, according to Anti-money laundering (AML) requirements. Ensures timely & accurate periodic reviews and on-going monitoring are conducted .
This role supports the Team Leader in ensuring operational efficiency. Carries out operational activities with regulatory compliance impact. Uses specific knowledge of AML to achieve goals through own work. Has specific knowledge or expertise typically gained through formal education or equivalent experience. Uses expertise to provide guidance to others as a project manager or consultant. Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within Compliance AML. Performs routine assignments using existing procedures. Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles.
Reviews client files for conformance with applicable AML policies, procedures and regulatory requirements and works with front office teams to facilitate queries.Provides support and functional knowledge as it relates to compliance with applicable AML laws, rules and standardsPerforms continuous monitoring of customers including investigating Adverse Media and Politically Exposed Person alerts.Identifies and escalates to Global AML management any regulatory compliance risks associated with the file reviews completedCarries out business-related activities that may be required to support Global AML Compliance guidelinesProvides support as requested by Global AML Management as necessary to resolve compliance issues, including actions in response to Regulatory exam and Audit findingsUses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgmentsReviews assigned laws/regulations and related policies/procedures in order to understand test scripts for execution of testing.Conducts and adequately documents testing to assess compliance with and adherence to regulations and policies/procedures.Applies analytical skills to review information and determine potential control weaknesses or exceptions to policies/processes.Summarizes and communicates testing results in clear, concise language.Assists with validation testing of issues identified to ensure actions have been adequately closed.Participates in additional projects or initiatives, as directed by management.Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgmentsHas limited impact on own work teamWorks within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines Requirements:
Accountable for own contributionsMust possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree , Economics, Finance/Accountancy/Banking, Business Studies/Administration/Management or equivalentAt least 2 years of related experienceRequires Financial Institution Regulatory and Compliance knowledge including but not limited to AML, Customer Identification Program (CIP), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulatory requirements and Economic Sanctions laws and regulations, usually acquired through formal education or experience, to review policies and procedures in order to ensure their adequacy and to monitor complianceRequires strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required to analyze and summarize informationRequires Analytical skills required to execute test scripts and identify exceptions to policies/proceduresRequires strong written communication skills required to document work completed and summarize findingsRequires organizational skills required to coordinate complianceACAMS certification desired but not requiredRequires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices and procedures within a job disciplineApplies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experienceExchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding Working at Northern Trust goes far beyond just having a job. We encourage our partners to bring their full self to the workplace. Learning how your interests and experience could continue to grow with our longstanding and trusted business is important to us.. In return, we will support you with your personal and career goals in a number of ways:
Financial – Life Assurance, Disability Plan, Pension/ Gratuity, Annual Pay ReviewWork Life Balance – Flexible Work Options, Incremental Annual Leave, Community Volunteer DaysProfessional Development – Clear Career Path, Education Assistance, Recognition Programme, NT University (wide range of online, virtual & in house training options) and employee-led Business Resource Councils dedicated to diversity and inclusion initiatives.Health & Wellbeing – Private Medical Insurance, Active Sports & Social clubs (lunchtime and after-work groups), Employee Assistance Program We hope you’re excited about this new opportunity to develop your career with us. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and believe together we can achieve greater.
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