Customer Onboarding Risk Specialist

Location: Langar, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Full-time | Hybrid

About John Deere

As one of the world’s top 100 brands, John Deere is a global leader in agricultural, turf, construction, and forestry machinery. With over 70,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and empowering our people to grow their careers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The Role

We are seeking a Customer Onboarding Risk Specialist to join our team and play a key role in ensuring robust due diligence and compliance with AML/CTF regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review high-risk and complex customer applications, including PEPs, high-risk jurisdictions, and adverse media cases.
• Act as a subject matter expert on UK AML and CTF regulations.
• Analyse customer data, transaction patterns, and source of funds to assess risk.
• Draft clear and concise Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reports with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, and Risk teams to resolve AML concerns.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews of high-risk accounts.
• Identify opportunities to enhance AML processes and controls.
• Stay up to date with regulatory developments and industry best practices.

About You

• Degree in law, finance, business, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF legislation (e.g. POCA, JMLSG, MLR 2017, FATF) and EU AML Directives.
• Experience with screening tools (e.g. World-Check, Dow Jones, LexisNexis) and case management systems.
• Excellent analytical, research, and written communication skills.
• Professional certification such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent is highly desirable.

What We Offer

At John Deere, our total rewards go beyond salary.

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Option to buy/sell holiday
• Subsidised canteen
•  Flexible and inclusive working environment
•  Competitive bonus scheme
•  Contributory pension scheme
•  Group Income Protection and Life Assurance
•  Home office equipment
• Ongoing investment in personal and professional development

John Deere is an equal opportunities employer.

To learn more and apply, please visit our Careers page: https://www.deere.co.uk/en/our-company/john-deere-careers/job-opportunities-uk/

Closing Date 11 July 2025