A prestigious international law firm is looking for a Senior Conflicts & AML Analyst to join their London based Compliance team.

The Senior Conflicts & AML Analyst role involves overseeing the review and resolution of complex conflict checks and conducting client due diligence in line with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. The successful candidate will serve as a point of escalation within the team and play a key role in advising lawyers and other stakeholders on risk, regulatory, and reputational issues related to new business intake.

The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years’ experience in a conflicts and/or AML role within a law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Conflicts & AML Analyst role:

• Conduct detailed conflict of interest searches using the firm’s internal systems (e.g., Intapp), and work with Risk Lawyers and Partners to interpret and resolve legal, regulatory, and commercial conflicts.
• Support the review and approval process for new clients and matters, ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory obligations.
• Perform AML and sanctions checks on new clients and matters, including enhanced due diligence on higher-risk entities and individuals, in accordance with UK and international regulatory requirements.
• Review and clear matter intake forms, ensuring appropriate documentation is in place and ethical walls are established where necessary.
• Provide guidance and practical solutions to lawyers and business services teams on conflicts, AML, and reputational risk issues.
• Mentor and support junior analysts, including reviewing their work, offering constructive feedback, and assisting in their training and development.
• Assist in the delivery of training to new joiners and on-going education initiatives within the team.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a conflicts and/or AML role within a law firm environment.
• Exposure to UK and international AML frameworks and SRA Standards & Regulations.
• Working knowledge of sanctions regimes and reputational risk management.
• Previous experience using SAP or other risk management tools.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Compliance analyst who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is keen to grow within a highly regarded compliance function. Apply today or get in touch at [email protected]