Senior AML Oversight Analyst

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior AML Oversight Analyst to join the team. In this role you’ll be assisting with the team’s day to day AML oversight responsibilities, including ensuring all processes and controls are completed and managing a busy group mailbox. The successful candidate will be able to operate in a fast-paced environment, lead multiple priorities and deliver outcomes with excellence to contribute to the team objectives. You’ll be joining a highly collaborative team who value care, inclusion, curiosity and integrity. Join us and help us protect the assets of millions!

In this role you will:

• Be a senior AML analyst working with internal teams and the external parties, to ensure that operational processes are being completed (accurate/timely).  
• A trusted referral point for external vendors for anything AML/KYC related (TAs/vendors) as well as complete internal AML checks for certain relationships.
• Review and respond to workflow items and emails to provide Vanguard and external 3rd party vendors with guidance about any AML/KYC issues or questions, including; Screening alerts (sanctions and adverse media), suspicious activities, document requirements and acceptability, PEP & RCAs, SoW and High-Risk clients, AML related complaint referrals.
• Review hits via Transaction Monitoring reports/systems to help identify any suspicious activity.
• Perform regular admin tasks – such as updating and reconciling trackers, completing checklists, reviewing reports etc.
• Assist with the collation of MI related metrics and reporting for various internal teams and analyse the data to spot any trends/errors and address root cause of AML related  complaints.
• Create and update procedures (based on AFC policies and standards).
• Assist in the completion of the annual REP-CRIM report (interpret and manipulate data – UK only).
• Liaise with external parties/vendors to ensure that adequate systems and controls are in place in relation to AML compliance for Vanguard’s investors.
• Help identify internal or external control and process weaknesses and support any improvements.
• Participate in (and lead) different types of meetings (internal and external) including annual due diligence visits and monthly service reviews with Transfer Agents.
• Assist the team and business to help strengthen the business’ knowledge and understanding of AML/KYC (basic AML training to new starters)
• Participate in projects or other initiatives as required to enhance controls, increase operational efficiencies and reduce AML related risk.

What it takes:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of UK and Irish AML Regulations (3-5 years’ + experience in an AML role ideally within Asset/Wealth Management/Transfer Agent)
• Experience working at a Transfer Agent and/or overseeing a Transfer Agent is preferential.
• Strong understanding of institutional/corporate investor base including complex client types such as trusts, charities, pension schemes.
• Transaction monitoring experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment, whilst taking personal responsibility for completion of tasks.
• Able to manage small projects and participate/lead calls.
• Can create and deliver AML training to the business (if/where required).
• Good proficiency in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good organization skills and ability to prioritise.
• Ideal candidate would be: team player, hard-working, quick learner, have a good attention to detail, stay on top of tasks/admin, be willing to challenge information, happy to help others and go the extra mile and not be afraid to ask questions or for help.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.