Senior aml analyst (12-month ftc)

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 firmwide 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 firmwide CDD and file review project, ensuring a risk-based and structured approach
• Conduct AML analysis including standard, simplified, and enhanced due diligence, as well as ongoing monitoring
• Review client and matter risk assessments and advise on regulatory requirements
• Act as a key point of contact for fee earners, supporting queries and driving timely remediation of compliance gaps
• Perform conflict checks, sanctions screening, and adverse media searches
• Support the maintenance and accuracy of client and matter records

Experience Required

• Proven experience within a legal risk and compliance function (ideally 3+ years)
• Strong working knowledge of AML regulations within a UK law firm environment
• Experience carrying out and advising on CDD and risk assessments
• Exposure to client or matter review / mediation projects
• Understanding of conflicts of interest processes

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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