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12.08.2025
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Job Description:
THE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Due to the growth of the firm and an ever-changing regulatory environment, we are looking for a proactive, customer service-focused individual, with a keen eye for detail, to join our Financial Crime & Sanctions (FCS) Team.
As a Senior Analyst in the FCS team, you will ensure that the Firm complies with its regulatory obligations by managing and mitigating risk, applying a risk-based approach where appropriate, and supporting junior team members. You will play an important role in implementing, embedding, and monitoring compliance, including maintaining all client due diligence (CDD)/anti-money laundering (AML) records in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
THE TEAM
The Onboarding team is part of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Directorate, based across Leeds, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dubai offices.
The team provides high-quality advice/guidance on client file opening, AML CDD checks, risk assessments, and related work, supporting the Firm's MLROs, Deputies, and OGC team with high-risk/reputational issues and SAR submissions.
This role offers opportunities for ongoing learning, growth, and exploration of various areas of Risk and Compliance in a stimulating environment.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ROLE
Responsibilities include:
• Understanding AML regulations relevant to the Firm's jurisdictions under supervision.
• Conducting AML/CDD checks of varying complexity across sectors and jurisdictions.
• Conducting research using internal and external sources to gather AML/CDD information.
• Identifying high-risk factors such as PEP involvement, complex structures, sanctions, and high-risk jurisdictions.
• Advising on CDD/AML requirements and best practices.
• Mentoring FCS Analysts and supporting team development.
• Managing workflow to meet SLAs.
• Auditing CDD forms and data management systems.
• Investigating sanctions notifications and escalating issues.
• Supporting team leaders in compliance tasks and updating procedures.
• Compiling management reports and statistics.
YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
To succeed, you should have:
• Experience in a similar legal environment role.
• Knowledge of international AML laws and regulations.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Sound judgment and risk-based decision-making abilities.
• Stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to motivate and guide junior team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with iManage and Intapp is desirable.
OUR FIRM
Addleshaw Goddard values its people, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment focused on growth and innovation. We serve FTSE100 clients and are committed to diversity and inclusion through various employee networks.
OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE
Our success is driven by our people and their commitment. We offer high-caliber work with colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
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