AML Analyst

Overview

Our small Canadian‑born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives.

In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim: for real estate to play a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long‑lasting social value and economic impact.

We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like‑minded people.

Collaboration is embedded in the way we work – our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth. Our distinctive Principal‑led, privately‑owned model puts us in the enviable position of being able to offer every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and inspires and allows anyone to become a Principal.

This role carries voting rights, so our people have a very real say in the future direction and operation of our business. This means that we are able to attract, engage and retain the best talent from the industry.

We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people.

• Carry out client CDD on new and existing clients and counter parties, assessing AML, sanctions and reputational risks.
• Manage each stage of the CDD workflow and escape concerns to UKCD when needed.
• Maintain accurate CDD information on the firm’s systems.
• Respond to queries from fee earners and staff regarding CDD matters client forms, client data, and general regulatory or compliance matters, ensuring that AMLTF queries are responded to on a timely basis.
• Complete second level checks as requested by Business Support Hub to ensure that no invoices are raised with outstanding CDD checks.
• Assist the UKCD as directed to ensure proper AMLTF risk assessment methodology, processes and controls exist and that they are kept under review, ensuring that any issues are corrected with the assistance of the appropriate team.
• Timely escalations to the UKCD according to key activities as assigned.
• Production of management information to report on issues identified.
• Clearly articulate regulatory expectations and standards to Avison Young colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
• Assisting other Global Risk and Compliance colleagues with the creation and implementation of strong control systems to ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and external regulations.
• Manage own responsibilities and assist with the performance of other compliance related activities and projects as required, ensuring appropriate prioritisation as required.

• Experience in an AML compliance role, preferably within a real estate environment.
• Introductory level qualification in AML/CDD (ACAMS / ICA) would be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal to allow regulatory expectations to be communicated clearly to Avison Young colleagues.
• Strong problem solving and lateral thinking abilities.
• Good understanding of Avison Young’s UK business.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Engage and…