AML Operations Associate

Company: Flair for Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Are you looking to progress your career within AML? Do you have experience in client onboarding, due diligence, or financial crime prevention?

Our client, a leading Financial Services firm, is looking for an AML Operations Associate to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative Operations team where you will play a key role in supporting adviser and client onboarding, ensuring AML requirements are met while delivering positive customer outcomes and a high level of service.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for processing and prioritising day-to-day AML and onboarding activities while maintaining a high level of service and quality
  • Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and AML reviews in line with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Review and assess client onboarding cases, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and compliant
  • Identify and escalate potential financial crime risks, suspicious activity, and complex cases where appropriate
  • Work collaboratively with Compliance and Operations colleagues to ensure a smooth and compliant onboarding experience

About You

  • Experience working within AML, KYC, client onboarding, or Financial Crime Operations
  • Strong understanding of Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), PEP and sanctions screening requirements
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work well individually and as part of a team to achieve team and personal objectives
  • Good attention to detail and a strong analytical mindset
  • Ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and development
  • Experience within Financial Services would be advantageous

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • 9% employer pension contribution each month
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days of annual leave
  • Private healthcare programme
  • Income Protection Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Technology and Cycle to Work Schemes
  • Opportunities for professional development and financial services training
  • Regular social events
  • Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Posted: July 1st, 2026