An international law firm to looking for a Risk & Compliance Analyst to join their Compliance team in either their Manchester, Leeds or Cardiff office.
The role would suit someone with 6–12 months’ compliance, risk or client onboarding experience in a legal environment.
Key Responsibilities for the Risk & Compliance Analyst:
- Assist in the day-to-day operations of the firm’s client and matter inception processes.
- Conduct conflict of interest checks and escalate issues where appropriate.
- Perform anti-money laundering (AML), PEP, and sanctions checks on new and existing clients.
- Analyse and review Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) documentation.
- Support the firm with regulatory queries, including the SRA Code of Conduct.
- Help maintain and implement information barriers and ethical walls where required.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Ideally 6–12 months of relevant experience in a law firm environment.
- Knowledge of the UK’s AML regulations and/or the SRA Codes of Conduct would be advantageous.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Experience with compliance or onboarding systems (such as Intapp Open or NetDocs) would be beneficial but is not essential.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a genuine interest in developing a career in risk and compliance with a leading international law firm. Apply today or get in touch at [email protected]