AML PEP Analyst

Step into your new role as a Barclays AML PEP Analyst. The AML Department is one of the first lines of defence in protecting the bank from being used for money laundering. The research, investigations and decisions made by you, keep Barclays compliant to banking regulations and make it a safe place for customers to bank. You will support various AML processes by performing enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers. This is an amazing opportunity to highlight your experience in research, AML, PEP, and fraud investigations.

To be successful as an AML PEP Analyst, you should have experience with:

•    Politically Exposed Persons (PEP)
•    Investigative skills
•    AML experience
•    Time management skills
•    Attention to detail, understands the importance of accuracy.
•    Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Some other highly valued skills may include:

•    Compliance, Audit, Risk, Fraud, or related experience a plus
•    ACAMS Certification preferred.
•    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
•    Motivated with a commitment to continuous process improvement and quality.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role is based in Whippany, NJ

Purpose of the role

To support Transaction Monitoring with investigating and reporting suspicious activity to the NCA when necessary. 

Accountabilities

• Support with day-to-day Transaction Monitoring initiatives including, reviewing, investigating and reporting through AML expertise.
• Execution of monitoring checks on customers, transactions, and other activities to identify potential risks and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Management of issues and alerts arising from transition monitoring tests, including the investigation and resolution of each incident.
• Collaboration with teams across the bank to align and integrate Transaction Monitoring processes.
• Identification of areas for improvement and providing recommendations for change in Transaction Monitoring processes.
• Development and implementation of Transaction Monitoring procedures and controls to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency.
• Identification of industry trends and developments to implement best practice in Transaction Monitoring Services.
• Participation in projects and initiatives to improve Transaction Monitoring efficiency and effectiveness.

Analyst Expectations

• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.