Sewell Wallis is partnering with a global organisation based in the heart of Sheffield, South Yorkshire to recruit an AML Risk and Compliance Analyst on a fixed-term contract. Operating in over 40 countries with more than 50 offices worldwide, this business continues to expand its international reach. As part of this growth, they are seeking a AML Risk & Compliance Analyst to join their team on a 18-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their Risk and Compliance career. The role offers hybrid working arrangements. What will you be doing? Carry out client due diligence (CDD) on new and existing clients and matters, assessing AML, sanctions and reputational risks. Complete client and matter risk assessments, considering jurisdiction, legal and regulatory context, commercial activity and other relevant risk factors. Conduct company searches for all new client engagements, identifying any PEP, sanctions, or adverse media flags. Manage each stage of the AML workflow and escalate concerns to senior team members when needed. Maintain accurate client information on the firm's finance system. Respond to queries from fee earners and staff regarding new client forms, client data, and general regulatory or compliance matters. What Skills are we looking for? Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and handle multiple responsibilities. Excellent written, verbal and in-person communication skills, with a practical and solution-focused approach. A genuine interest in developing a career within Risk and Compliance, supported by high attention to detail and accuracy. What's on offer? The company offers permanent members of staff: Flexible hybrid working policy Up to 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 with service) Holiday buy/sell scheme Private medical insurance Enhanced parental leave Apply below, or for more information, contact Lewis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions