Role: AML Analyst (24-Month FTC)
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Contract: Full time, 24-Month FTC, hybrid

Looking to build a career in compliance? This 24-month fixed-term opportunity offers hands-on exposure to AML, KYC and regulatory monitoring within a supportive and collaborative Risk & Compliance team.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or early in your compliance journey, this role provides structured training, real responsibility, and the chance to develop practical expertise in anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention.
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of the Ongoing Monitoring team, you’ll help ensure client records remain accurate, compliant, and aligned with current AML and counter-terrorist financing requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Reviewing existing client files to assess changes in risk profiles
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Ensuring client due diligence documentation is complete and up to date
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Conducting company registry searches, ownership checks, and adverse media screening
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Liaising with internal departments to obtain missing information and resolve queries
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Supporting the Deputy MLRO with AML-related administrative tasks
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Assisting with wider compliance monitoring, research, and regulatory projects

This role offers broad exposure to core AML processes and the opportunity to understand how compliance functions operate within a regulated environment.
What We’re Looking For
Full training will be provided. We’re seeking someone who brings curiosity, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in compliance.
You’ll ideally have:
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A degree or demonstrable interest in compliance, risk, or financial crime
(AML/KYC qualifications are advantageous but not essential)
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Some experience within a regulated or professional services environment
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A foundational understanding of AML regulations and financial crime principles
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Confidence using Microsoft Outlook and Excel
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Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks
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The ability to research information thoroughly and follow procedures accurately
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Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Clear written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive mindset and team-oriented attitude
What You’ll Gain *
Practical AML and KYC experience
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Exposure to regulatory frameworks and monitoring processes
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Structured training and ongoing support
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Experience working alongside experienced compliance professionals

This role is ideal for someone seeking to establish a strong foundation in financial crime compliance.
Reward & Benefits
We offer a flexible and competitive benefits package designed to support you at every stage of your career:
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Competitive salary with annual review
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Performance-related bonus
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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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Up to 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with service)
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Holiday buy/sell scheme
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Private medical insurance
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Enhanced parental and family-friendly leave
*Workplace adjustments in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Additional Information:
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CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

This vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.
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