AML Analyst

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CO and MLRO on internal compliance policy reviews, ongoing assessments, and assisting with compliance and internal audit reviews.
• Track compliance items related to new product and service launches.
• Handle, review, and verify all client onboarding applications within established SLAs.
• Utilize compliance applications and programs such as Neterium/Dow Jones, KYC vendors, and Chainalysis.
• Work closely with team members to ensure an effective customer due diligence process.
• Maintain knowledge of local and AIFC laws, guidelines, regulations, and standards applicable to the industry.
• Conduct risk assessments, periodic reviews, trigger event reviews, and enhanced due diligence.
• Monitor and document unusual activities or AML flags.
• Participate in internal and external training programs related to AML/CFT and other relevant subjects.
• Perform general administrative tasks and ancillary activities related to compliance functions as required.

Requirements

• Experience: 3-5 years of direct experience in a legal, AML or compliance role with substantial knowledge of relevant rules, regulations, and day-to-day AML compliance affairs.
• Language Proficiency: Bilingual in Kazakh and Russian, advanced knowledge of English.
• Education: An undergraduate degree is required; a law degree is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.