Position: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst
Location: Warsaw
Working time: Full-time
Type of employment: Permanent contract (hybrid model – office work at least three days a week).
About the role
The purpose of the General Counsel's Office (GCO) is to "enable safe operation". This means we provide Pinsent Masons with risk, regulatory and legal advice and support so that it can pursue its economic, operational and strategic objectives in accordance with applicable laws and within the agreed level of risk tolerance.
This role belongs to the Regulatory Team within the GCO and supports the achievement of its goals by helping to ensure the firm's business complies with its legal and regulatory obligations in the areas of AML/KYC, sanctions and conflicts of interest management.
The Regulatory Team operates on a regional structure. The Analyst will focus mainly on their assigned region but, where needed, will also provide support and assistance across all jurisdictions in which the firm operates.
Key responsibilities:
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Supporting the process of onboarding new clients and matters.
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Carrying out anti-money laundering checks and risk assessments in accordance with applicable regulations and the firm's AML policy.
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Conducting business analyses of prospective clients and matters using public information, electronic verification tools and other relevant databases.
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Checking and verifying information provided by teams requesting the acceptance of a client or matter.
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Answering general questions about the client and matter onboarding process raised by teams across the firm.
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Developing in-depth knowledge of the firm's client base and the jurisdictions in which it operates.
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Building effective relationships with regional teams and colleagues across the organisation.
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Sharing knowledge and good practices with colleagues.
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Actively participating in team meetings and supporting the continuous improvement of processes and ways of working.
Candidate profile
We expect the Analyst to provide excellent client service, contribute positively to the team's success and support the growth of the firm's business. Strong administrative, IT, organisational and interpersonal skills are required. Proactive and flexible management of one's own workload and timely delivery of tasks are essential. Additional requirements include:
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Experience in compliance within a law firm or other professional services organisation.
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A university degree or equivalent qualifications will be an additional advantage.
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Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to gather and combine information from various sources.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Professionalism and composure, and very good organisational and prioritisation skills.
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Intellectual curiosity and a practical approach to problem-solving.
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Attention to detail, high standards and excellent client service.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work effectively with people from different cultures, perspectives and ways of thinking.
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An attitude consistent with the firm's values: openness, courage and collaboration.
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A healthy perspective and a sense of humour.
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Curiosity, intellectual engagement and a proactive approach to learning and development.
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Resilience under pressure.
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A collaborative mindset and a commitment to supporting the team.
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Ability to make sound decisions and act in line with ethical principles.
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Flexibility and the ability to operate in a dynamic environment.
Why Pinsent Masons
Pinsent Masons is an international professional services firm whose work is based on a clearly defined purpose. We are committed to creating a distinctive and deliberately designed environment for career development. We offer:
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High-quality and intellectually ambitious work with market-leading clients.
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A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture in which to grow.
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Clear and transparent development and promotion opportunities.
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A flexible and smart working model.
Our commitment
We are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and building an inclusive, unbiased and supportive workplace. We value the strength that comes from diverse experiences and strive to create an environment where everyone feels they belong.
All suitably qualified candidates are welcome to apply, regardless of jurisdiction. If you need flexibility in the recruitment process, we will work together to find a suitable solution.
How to apply
Applications are accepted only through the recruitment portal. Please attach your CV in English.
To arrange an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact our in-house Talent Acquisition Adviser, Anwen Wallington:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anwen-wallington-36177ba1/
E-mail: [email protected]
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