Job Description
Join a top-tier US law firm with one of the strongest London benches. You’ll be part of a lean, high-impact AML team that partners closely with fee-earners on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. Expect genuine ownership, real career growth, and the opportunity to help shape global AML processes for the firm.
Reporting to the Global AML & Compliance Manager within the OGC, you’ll run end-to-end AML due diligence and risk assessments across high-value, cross-border matters. This is a hands-on role with visibility, variety, and influence.
What you’ll do
• Conduct AML research and client/matter risk assessments, liaising with fee-earners to gather CDD/KYC.
• Perform PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening; identify and escalate red flags.
• Draft and circulate clear, concise client/matter risk summaries.
• Maintain and update AML systems and databases; monitor open files and complete periodic reviews.
• Carry out Risk Officer Reviews and approvals.
• Support team knowledge: help develop AML/CTF/sanctions expertise, guidance, and processes globally.
• Pitch in on ad-hoc projects and be flexible for occasional out-of-hours needs when workloads spike.
What you’ll bring
• Ideally 3+ years’ AML/sanctions experience in a global law firm environment.
• Solid knowledge of AML/...