Oliver James is proud to be working with a global financial services institution to recruit a Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Analyst into their Client Lifecycle Management team.

This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented compliance professional to join a high-performing team responsible for onboarding, periodic review, and ongoing due diligence of global institutional clients across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform CDD checks at onboarding, periodic review, and ad hoc events to ensure compliance with AML regulatory standards across the UK, Ireland, and other relevant jurisdictions

• Gather and verify client documentation using a variety of trusted data sources and platforms

• Apply appropriate levels of due diligence based on client risk profiles and regulatory classifications

• Support FATCA/CRS and MiFID classification reviews, ensuring accuracy and completeness

• Maintain high standards in documentation review, data entry, and internal record-keeping

• Collaborate with Front Office teams including Sales and Trading to ensure seamless onboarding and client communication

• Manage client outreach directly via email and phone to collect CDD-related information

• Work with global counterparts to align outreach efforts and minimise client touchpoints

• Act as liaison between internal departments (e.g. Front Office, Operations, Legal, Compliance) to resolve queries or support account enablement

• Respond to internal and external audit or regulatory requests by collecting and submitting appropriate data

• Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and operational efficiency initiatives

What We're Looking For:

• At least 3 years' experience in AML/KYC or Client Due Diligence within financial services

• Strong knowledge of UK and Irish AML/CFT regulations and CDD practices

• Familiarity with the full client onboarding lifecycle and global regulatory frameworks including FATCA, CRS, MiFID, and related requirements

• High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines

• Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to identify and escalate risk concerns

• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - and confident interacting with internal and external stakeholders

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Comfortable working independently as well as in a collaborative, team-based environment

• Experience in investment banking or capital markets is an advantage

If you believe your skills and experience align with this opportunity, we encourage you to apply via the link provided.

For a confidential conversation before applying, please contact:

Jessica Murray
📧 jessica.murray@oliverjames.com
📞 01 485 4498