We are working with a leading law firm to hire an AML Analyst in London. In this role, you will join an established Risk and Compliance department, playing a key part in supporting the firm's client onboarding processes and ensuring full alignment with regulatory anti-money laundering and client due diligence obligations.
The firm is looking for an analytical professional with essential prior AML and financial crime experience within a law firm or professional services environment. They are looking for candidates with a working knowledge of the legal regulatory framework and a practical, solutions-oriented approach to risk management. You must possess the confidence to challenge inconsistent information constructively while maintaining a pragmatic, commercially aware balance to ensure efficient client onboarding.
The responsibilities will include:
* Assisting with the onboarding of new clients by reviewing, checking, and verifying compliance data provided by legal teams.
* Evaluating complex client risk profiles, intricate ownership and control structures, and detailed Source of Funds/Wealth information.
* Analysing diverse entity types, including publicly traded and privately held companies, partnerships, trusts, and fund structures.
* Identifying missing or insufficient verification data and constructively raising targeted follow-up queries with fee earners.
* Supporting enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews for high-risk clients and maintaining central compliance registers.
* Monitoring held CDD documentation for existing clients routinely to ensure ongoing data accuracy and compliance.
* Escalating complex, high-risk, or unusual onboarding queries to senior Risk and Compliance AML Lawyers.
* Assisting with firm-wide compliance monitoring processes and contributing to strategic risk management projects.
Please submit your application today to start a conversation.
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