Global AML Analyst
Dentons, Spain
Job Description
Dentons is currently recruiting for a Global AML Analyst who will be responsible for assisting the Global AML team. The role will support the Global AML Team and assist in ensuring effective client and matter risk controls are in place and operate across the full range of practice areas within the firm globally. The role will report to the Global Business Acceptance Manager and the Global Head of AML. The role will involve work across a broad range of risk management and compliance issues with a particular focus on sanctions monitoring and review, and will be internally focused supporting the firm.
The legal profession is changing rapidly and Dentons is leading the way in advancing change for the benefit of clients. We are driven to challenge the status quo, delivering consistent and uncompromising quality and value to our clients in new and innovative ways. With over 20,000 individuals in more than 179 offices the opportunity is huge.
Requirements
Key responsibilities:
- Conducting sanctions screening and analysing search results within the appropriate internal and external databases.
- Maintaining a database of information about firm clients and related parties.
- Conducting Client Due Diligence (CDD).
- Assessing the risks of new clients and matters, including advising on AML obligations, bribery, sanctions, professional ethical obligations, engagement terms and inter-office working arrangements, sanctions and reputational risks.
- High Risk Client and PEP review and assessment.
- Assessing compliance with applicable regulations, rules and policies.
- Taking ownership of all stages of the matter opening process and escalating any issues as necessary.
- Assisting the Global Business Acceptance Manager and Global Head of AML projects and ad hoc assignments as required.
- Reviewing and adhering to Dentons’ internal compliance policies and procedures.
Technical Skills:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- A high level of proficiency (written and spoken) in the English language is necessary. We are a truly global law firm and as such, always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities. Mandarin language fluency would be particularly advantageous.
- Relevant legal or compliance experience preferably acquired in an international law firm, although other professional services or financial services firms will be considered. We also welcome applications from those that want to pursue a career in risk and compliance that may not have direct legal or compliance experience.
- A good knowledge of relevant compliance rules and regulations, including (but not limited to) anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering and sanctions.
- Highly effective research skills using all relevant information sources, including IT resources and ability to use them to their full potential.
- Able to assemble research and produce clear and accurate findings.
- Experience with industry standard conflict applications preferred (for example, Intapp Open, Legalkey, Aderant).
- PC literate with a good working knowledge of MS office, e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Personal Skills:
- Able to interact positively at all levels within the firm and a good team player.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills; can clearly explain and present problems and issues to others and contribute to their resolution.
- Methodical approach to work; takes an efficient and organised approach to dealing with complex issues.
- Able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines.
- Can demonstrate initiative and must be able to work independently.
- Able to be an ambassador for Dentons, being professional in outlook and attitude.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience of operating in a multi-cultural environment.
Benefits
Diversity amp; Inclusion
Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.
We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.
Equal Opportunities
Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Reward and Recognition
Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience and country where hired.