Compliance Kickstart Apprenticeship - Financial Crime Stream

As part of the apprenticeship, you will also study towards the Level 3 compliance and risk officer apprenticeship and can choose to also take the International Compliance Association (ICA) Certificate.

Summary of duties includes but is not limited to:

Financial Crime Team Support:

Assisting with client due diligence (“CDD”) analysis on a variety of corporate structures. Coordinate and help the Financial Crime Analysts maintain the AML and Financial Crime work streams and diligently record tasks allocated to the analysts. Supporting adverse press research, assessing its relevance, and excluding false positives using bespoke research tools and open-source intelligence techniques. Helping with research to identify whether a client is a politically exposed person (“PEP”) and escalating as required. Assisting with the matter and client risk assessments on new clients and matters Reviewing existing client and matter records to check they meet Dechert’s CDD requirements and are filed appropriately within the IntApp system.

Regulatory Audit Support:

Assisting in creating Excel spreadsheets with an updated list of clients and matters for review for different regulatory audits. Maintaining records to meet audit requirements. Support the Financial Crime Senior Manager in extracting and presenting AML data when information needs to be provided to regulators or to feed into Firmwide AML Risk Assessments.

General Support:

Building effective working relationships with the analysts and wider Risk & Compliance team. Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of changes to legislation and regulations. Taking a keen interest in understanding the structure of the firm, its practice groups, and our clients. Other ad-hoc projects as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

IT skills in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Able to record data and effectively report on the data collected. Attention to detail when working with large volumes of data. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to think critically and analytically. Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet manner.

Education and experience

No prior experience required; however, a strong interest in Financial Crime or AML compliance is essential. Minimum 5 GCSEs, including 9-6 in Maths & English (or equivalent). Minimum 3 A Levels with a minimum of a B obtained (or predicted).

Working Schedule

As this is an apprenticeship role, the apprentice will be provided with a minimum of six hours of learning or study time during working hours on a weekly basis. The role will be 5 days in the office (Monday–Friday). The role will be a fixed-term contract for the duration of the apprenticeship.

Important Information

The assessment centre will take place on 29 July, in the London office. If, as a result of any disability you may have, there are any adjustments which we need to make to enable you to attend and best demonstrate your abilities and achievements during the interview process, please provide us with such information in advance. The application form will not save your answers. Please press submit or complete the answers in a separate document. This apprenticeship cohort will start in September, with the course to start in October, dates to be confirmed asap.

Training Outcome:

This role offers an impressive opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in AML/Financial Crime compliance. There will be ample opportunities to enhance your knowledge across AML regulations in the UK, as well as across jurisdictions that the firm operates in. There will be an opportunity to interview for a permanant role upon completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Dechert is a global law firm, focused on sectors with the greatest complexities, legal intricacies and highest regulatory demands, we excel in delivering practical commercial judgment and deep legal expertise for high-stakes matters. We value openness, communication, integrity and honesty, thriving on the individual and collaborative efforts that are essential to producing excellent results. At Dechert, we are committed to attracting a diverse group of highly talented individuals from all sources, regardless of background. We seek to hire men and women with sharp minds, a passion for learning and the skills to deliver a level of client service that is distinctively Dechert. Dechert is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. We are proud of our Firm and want everyone to feel welcome with an equal opportunity to excel.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Confidentiality