Job Description
A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst to join its established compliance function on a fixed-term basis. This is a broad and hands-on role offering exposure to both technical AML work and firm wide client due diligence initiatives.
The Role
You will play a central role in supporting the firm's regulatory obligations, with a particular focus on client due diligence (CDD), ongoing monitoring, and risk assessment. Alongside day-to-day AML and compliance responsibilities, you will take ownership of a structured client review project, helping to drive consistency and best practice across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate a firm wide CDD and file review project, ensuring a risk-based and structured approachConduct AML analysis including standard, simplified, and enhanced due diligence, as well as ongoing monitoringReview client and matter risk assessments and advise on regulatory requirementsPerform conflict checks, sanctions screening, and adverse media searchesProvide guidance and informal oversight to junior team members where required
Experience Required
Proven experience within a legal risk and compliance function within an international law firmStrong working knowledge of AML regulations within a UK law firm environmentExperience carrying out and advising on CDD and risk assessmentsExposure to client or matter review / mediation projectsUnderstanding of conflicts of interest processes
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