Compliance Analyst, New Business Team
Maples Group - Legal Services
Leeds, UK
Published 1 month ago
Compliance Management Systems / Technology
Description
OVERVIEW
The Maples Group looks to add a Leeds based Compliance Analyst to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role
The Compliance Analyst reports to the Senior Compliance Analyst and is responsible for conducting due diligence on new business matters. This includes attending to KYC related queries received from lawyers, clients and/or the Global Compliance Team, including monitoring requests in the KYC mailboxes, under the supervision and direction of the Senior Compliance Analyst. Primary responsibilities include:
What You Bring
In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:
The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:
Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.
You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.
Maples' standard policy to undertake various background screening checks, including criminal records checks, on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Maples will only ask applicants to disclose a past criminal conviction when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. Maples will make all job offer decisions on a case by case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with Maples before a decision is made.
Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. Please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at maples.com/privacy for details on how we handle personal information relating to job applicants.
OVERVIEW
The Maples Group looks to add a Leeds based Compliance Analyst to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role
The Compliance Analyst reports to the Senior Compliance Analyst and is responsible for conducting due diligence on new business matters. This includes attending to KYC related queries received from lawyers, clients and/or the Global Compliance Team, including monitoring requests in the KYC mailboxes, under the supervision and direction of the Senior Compliance Analyst. Primary responsibilities include:
- Address any KYC related queries received from lawyers, clients and/or the Global Compliance Team, including monitoring requests received in the KYC mailboxes
- Establish strong communication lines with lawyers and relevant staff in order to ensure that Know Your Customer ("KYC") requests are dealt with efficiently and professionally
- Review applicants for business and new clients in order to evaluate KYC requirements, understand the nature of business and identify any high risk areas
- Obtain appropriate KYC documentation for applicants for business and clients
- Ensure that Enhanced Due Diligence procedures are followed wherever high risk triggers are identified, escalating the matter to a SCA or the Compliance Office ("CO") as required
- Ensure that applicants for business, clients and related compliance parties are entered into InterAction and the internal KYC database as required and that KYC approvals are accurate
- Assist with InterAction administrative duties as may be required
- Review changes to client profiles that may require refreshed KYC and/or updates to the system (e.g. director, shareholder changes)
- Ensure that KYC documentation is approved and stored in accordance with internal policies
- Ensure that non-compliant clients are identified and reported to the SCA or CO, and that steps are taken to remediate outstanding KYC information in a timely manner
- Conduct KYC and refresher due diligence searches where necessary and report findings to the SCA or CO
- Comply with non-compliant/closed file procedures
- Assist the SCA and CO in investigating Bridger alerts and negative news findings and determine whether any matches could be considered positive results
- Complete other duties as may be reasonably requested from time to time by the SCA or CO
What You Bring
In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:
- A university degree in Business, Accounting, or other related field
- A recognised qualification in a compliance related field or working towards it
- 3 or more years of relevant work experience in a similar role
- Previous working experience in the financial services industry is highly desirable
- Knowledge of Cayman Islands AML legislation
- Experience with CRM systems
- Highly proficient in MS Office Suite
- Ability to work with all levels of senior management and staff
- High level of professionalism with the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters
- Willingness to work in a team and be team player
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation and communication skills
- Additionally, the post holder will be required to adhere to internal policies and procedures
The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
- Competitive vacation packages
- Educational assistance and professional development programmes
- Savings or pension plan
- Life insurance
- Travel insurance
- Global mental wellness programme
- Sports clubs and social events
Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.
You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.
Maples' standard policy to undertake various background screening checks, including criminal records checks, on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Maples will only ask applicants to disclose a past criminal conviction when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. Maples will make all job offer decisions on a case by case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with Maples before a decision is made.
Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. Please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at maples.com/privacy for details on how we handle personal information relating to job applicants.