Elite US firm housed in central London seeks a new permanent AML/Compliance Analyst to join the growing team. The role will heavily involve AML duties, in addition to some compliance and conflicts duties within the wider team.
- Salary up to £50,000
- Exceptional benefits including a new free on-site gym
- Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
Responsibilities for the AML / Compliance Analyst:
- Develop and maintain an understanding of the firm's anti-money laundering and sanction policies and procedures.
- Draft well-organised written analysis for fee earners and the MLRO.
- Complete client and matter checks including investigating company ownership and carrying out risk assessments, liaising with partners, fee earners and the MLRO where necessary.
- Carry out checks on suppliers or third parties as required, including client account payments.
- Assist with monthly reporting to the MLRO.
- Manage documentation obtained to verify clients and keep the team's verification database up-to-date.
- Assist with the high risk ongoing monitoring process and create alerts as appropriate.
- Conduct sanctions checks and maintain the sanctions database.
- Assist with management of team inbox and workflow and respond to queries from fee earners, secretaries and business support teams as appropriate.
- General day-to-day support to the team, including assisting the Compliance Manager, Senior Compliance Counsel and Compliance Director.
- Assist with lateral hire clearances and external appointment reviews.
- Liaise with the US Conflicts team on queries relating to screening and access requests.
Requirements for the AML / Compliance Analyst:
- Previous experience within a professional services organisation, preferably within a law firm.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and strong IT literacy is essential.
- Knowledge of the SRA Rules and anti-money laundering legislation is desirable.
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills.