Anti-Money Laundering Analyst
Location: East Midlands
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A leading group of well-established law firms across the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst to join its growing Risk & Compliance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking to develop their career within a respected and fast-paced legal environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the firms' regulatory and compliance obligations, ensuring robust AML procedures are maintained across multiple offices and practice areas.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct client due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and ongoing monitoring
2. Review and assess source of funds and source of wealth documentation
3. Carry out sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening
4. Assist fee earners with AML and compliance queries
5. Identify and escalate potential suspicious activity and AML risks
6. Support file audits and compliance monitoring activities
7. Maintain accurate compliance records and reporting systems
8. Assist with policy updates and regulatory compliance projects
9. Stay up to date with relevant AML legislation, SRA requirements, and industry best practice
Candidate Requirements
10. Previous AML, compliance, or risk experience within a law firm or professional services environment
11. Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and SRA guidance
12. Experience conducting CDD and EDD checks
13. Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
14. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
15. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
16. Proficiency with AML systems and Microsoft Office applications
Desirable
17. Experience working within a multi-office legal practice
18. ICA qualification or similar compliance certification
19. Knowledge of high-risk client and corporate structures
What's on Offer
20. Competitive salary and benefits package
21. Hybrid working opportunities
22. Clear progression and development pathways
23. Supportive and collaborative compliance team
24. Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded legal group