Risk & Compliance Analyst

Overview

In this role, you will support the Risk & Compliance team in managing and mitigating firm-wide risk. You will perform AML-related checks, maintain records, and assist with due diligence and data updates, enabling proactive risk management. You will work closely with fee earners and internal departments to ensure accuracy and timely responses. This position offers hybrid working and opportunities to contribute to process improvements within a respected UK law firm.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays
• Private Healthcare with BUPA
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)
• Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance – 4 x salary
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML searches via electronic providers and log results
• Verify Money Laundering IDs and refer to Risk & Compliance where needed
• Follow up on missing IDs and respond to queries on acceptable ID types
• Handle file transfers and update internal systems
• Produce monthly prints for fee earners and execute post-print tasks
• Log internal audit file reviews and chase corrective actions
• Suggest improvements to increase effectiveness and efficiency
• Provide ad hoc support and ensure ongoing knowledge and training
• Assist with Conveyancing Panel applications
• Address basic risk queries
• Be prepared to take on additional duties as required by line managers

Key requirements

• Knowledge/experience of anti-money laundering (desirable)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Excellent keyboard skills
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical thinking
• Self-motivated with initiative and proactive support
• Strong written and oral communication skills across levels
• Team player with adaptability and organizational abilities
• Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills

• Team player
• Adaptable and flexible
• Strong communication
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• AML knowledge (desirable)

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