Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsSnr CDD Analyst role within Private Banking.High-risk client onboarding - EDD.About Our ClientGlobal financial institution primarily focussed on Corporate and Institutional Banking, Private Banking, WealthManagement and Treasury.Job DescriptionAct as the first line of defence for KYC/AML risk in Private Banking department by delivering end-to-end CDD for international HNW/UHNW clients (individuals, trusts, and related entities) across onboarding, periodic review, and event-driven remediation.Review, validate, and challenge client-provided information and documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and a robust customer profile before account opening/continuation.Analyse complex client and trust ownership/control structures, identify controllers/settlor/protector/trustees/beneficiaries and UBOs where applicable, and document conclusions clearly for audit trail.Perform and evidence sanctions/PEP screening and adverse media checks, investigate potential matches, and escalate confirmed/unclear hits in line with policy and timelines.Assess financial crime risk factors (e.g., geography, product usage, occupation/business activities, high-risk industries) and ensure the right level of due diligence is applied, including EDD for high-risk and PEP relationships.Obtain, assess, and corroborate Source of Wealth and Source of Funds information/evidence (particularly for high-risk/PEP cases) and request additional documentation to resolve gaps, inconsistencies, or red flags.The Successful ApplicantExperience in 1st line KYC/CDD within a UK or GCC bank (or equivalent regulated firm), covering onboarding and periodic/event-driven reviews.Exposure to international UHNW client profiles and higher-risk drivers (e.g., multi-jurisdictional footprints, complex wealth, reputation risk), with confidence applying EDD where required.Practical knowledge of trusts and fiduciary structures (roles such as settlor, trustees, protector, beneficiaries), including documenting ownership/control and rationale clearly.Hands-on experience performing sanctions/PEP screening and adverse media searches, investigating potential matches, and escalating appropriately.What's on OfferCompetitive salary of £60,000.Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the Financial Services industry.Work in a professional and structured environment in London.Potential for career development within the Risk & Compliance sector.Comprehensive benefits package (to be confirmed).ContactRob CopeQuote job refJN-032026-6961184Phone number+44 207 776 5935Job summaryJob functionComplianceSubsectorFinancial CrimeSectorFinancial ServicesLocationLondonContract typeInterimConsultant nameRob CopeConsultant phone+44 207 776 5935Job referenceJN-032026-6961184
