AML Governance Analyst

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

Interactive Brokers Ireland Ltd. (“IBIE”) is an online broker offering trading access for experienced traders to products traded on many markets and exchanges throughout the world.  IBIE is part of a global group of financial services companies based in the U.S. with over $20 billion in capital and publicly traded under the symbol “IBKR.”   

IBIE is seeking an AML Governance Analyst to join our rapidly growing company. The key objective of the AML Governance Analyst role is to provide effective oversight of the firms AML control environment. 

The successful candidate’s main responsibility will be to support the European AML Governance program leading or supporting a broad range of initiatives including Horizon Scanning, Management Reporting, Issues Management, maintenance of AML Policies, Procedures, and the Control inventory, an inputting or managing various ad-hoc AML projects etc. 

The role will answer to the European Head of AML Governance based in our London office and is a great opportunity for an experienced and proactive AML professional to join a dynamic and expanding Compliance department, and gain exposure to the full breadth of a well-developed AML and Sanctions program. IBKR is a stimulating environment characterised by a wide and varied global client base - from individuals to complex institutions - and a broad product offering. 

Job Description: 

• Maintenance of AML Horizon Scanning program including assessment, implementation and reporting of regulatory change; 

• Compilation and drafting of periodic management information reports for Compliance and Senior Management Committees; 

• Oversight and tracking of AML issues identified as part of regulatory audits or exams, internal/external audits or self-identified issues to ensure they are remediated in a timely manner. 

• Maintenance and continuous improvements of AML risk management policies and methodologies in line with regulatory expectations; 

• Oversight and maintenance of the AML and Sanctions Control Inventory; 

• Coordination and preparation of responses to Regulatory Inspections and Audits 

• Provision of AML advice to the business to ensure risk-based compliance with AML regulations in the context of the firm’s business. 

• Respond to AML Questionnaires submitted by the firms’ financial counterparties; 

• Develop ongoing communication with individuals who perform a similar role in other jurisdictions to leverage ‘best practices’; 

Qualifications/Skills: 

• At least 2+ years’ 2LOD experience in Anti-Money Laundering compliance, preferably at a large broker or other financial institution with a European customer base, or an EU regulator. 

• A Bachelor’s degree in law, Business, Finance or Accounting is preferred, or demonstrable ability to interpret and apply complex regulations; 

• Good knowledge of the European and/or UK Regulatory landscape including key pieces of Anti-Money Laundering legislation and Guidance. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; 

• Must have ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced medium-size office environment. 

• Strong analytical skills, able to manipulate data, produce MI, and write reports; 

• Basic SQL / Power BI and Tableau knowledge would be of benefit 

• Reasonable knowledge of the financial markets 

Benefits: 

• Hybrid working model (4 days in office) 

• Competitive compensation packages including private healthcare, pension, life insurance, income protection, discretionary annual bonus. 

• Global Employee Assistance Program 

• Cycle to work scheme & Tax Saver commute scheme 

• Free lunch for all employees when working from the office 

Under Other Terms and Conditions: 

• Candidates are on a probationary period of six months.  

• Candidates must have a EU passport or a qualifying work permit/residency to work in the EU.