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Compliance Analyst, Financial Crime

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axiscapital logoAxiscapital · London, UK
Full-timeHybrid3w ago
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This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. Job Description: Compliance Analyst, Financial Crime How does this role contribute to our collective success? As part of AXIS Compliance Team and working closely with the Head of Compliance, you will support the Financial Crime Specialist in delivering second line financial crime compliance support across multiple legal entities within the AXIS Capital Group. This role sits within the transversal Compliance function, providing oversight and guidance across jurisdictions. Your key responsibilities will include supporting the development and implementation of our Financial Crime Framework, covering key financial crime compliance pillars of Sanctions, Anti Bribery & Corruption, Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing. You will play a vital role in reviewing sanctions screening matches, investigations, internal/external escalations. Additionally, you will support the preparation of reporting to our regulators, Boards and local committees. You will build strong relationships with stakeholders across all AXIS entities. Your expertise will help ensure adherence to Financial Crime Policies and Procedures, enhance controls and support ongoing due diligence processes related to Anti-Bribery, Sanctions, and AML functions. What will you do in this role? Support the Financial Crime Specialist by assisting with the maintenance, implementation and development of the Financial Crime Framework at AXIS covering Sanctions, Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing, Anti-Bribery and Corruption. Review and provide guidance on sanctions referrals across all areas of the business, including underwriting and claims. Oversee the daily sanctions batch screening process, including reviewing potential matches and determining any required follow up actions. Support the business in the use of the sanctions screening processes, including system set ups and user training. Support the preparation and coordination of financial crime materials for monthly Compliance meetings and quarterly Committee/Board submissions. Assist in the annual review of financial crime training materials. Maintain the sanctions log, ensuring accurate, timely recording of sanctions-related alerts, decisions and supporting rationale. Support the horizon scanning process, including conducting gap analyses across all applicable regulators, jurisdictions, and legal entities, to provide guidance to the business on financial crime and international sanctions legislation. Support the production of the annual Financial Crime risk assessment. Assist and support the Financial Crime Specialist to co-ordinate and undertake any disclosures to law enforcement agencies. Contribute to financial crime assurance and fact finding reviews, supporting end to end delivery from preparation through to reporting, follow up, and MI analysis. Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and provide solutions to streamline existing sanctions processes and procedures. Interact and engage with the wider Compliance team to support effective collaboration and information sharing. Promote a compliance culture by proactively identifying and addressing financial crime risks, raising awareness of compliance matters and encouraging adherence to applicable laws and regulations. You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role. About You: We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals. What you need to have: Knowledge and understanding of UN, US, UK and EU sanctions and export control orders. 2-3 years' exp


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