Compliance Analyst - Conflicts & AML

About the company

We're working with a leading international law firm looking to appoint a Compliance Officer to join its established Business Acceptance team in London.

Your tasks

You'll play a key role in the firm's client and matter acceptance processes, helping to manage risk and ensure new business meets the appropriate regulatory and internal compliance requirements.

Key responsibilities will include

• Reviewing and analysing conflict search results, identifying potential commercial and regulatory conflicts, and coordinating their resolution.
• Managing new client and matter opening requests, ensuring all relevant checks are completed before approval.
• Conducting AML and client due diligence research, including gathering and reviewing CDD documentation.
• Carrying out sanctions screening and supporting the implementation and maintenance of information barriers.
• Working closely with fee-earners and internal stakeholders to resolve compliance queries and facilitate the onboarding process.
• Supporting process improvements and system testing across the Business Acceptance function.

Requirements

This is an opportunity for someone with a background in law firm compliance who enjoys working across conflicts, AML and client onboarding within a fast-paced, commercially focused environment.

Key Experience Required This role requires direct experience within a law firm Business Acceptance team. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience across both conflicts and AML, rather than specialising exclusively in one area.

To be considered, you'll need

• At least two years' experience working within a law firm's Business Acceptance team.
• Hands-on experience with both conflicts searches and AML/CDD processes, including the ability to identify issues, assess risk and support their resolution.
• A sound understanding of AML legislation, client due diligence requirements and conflicts rules.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with experience using corporate research tools and databases.
• The confidence to communicate effectively with fee-earners and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• An undergraduate degree.

What we offer

This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class international law firm, working alongside exceptional talent and learning from some of the best in the industry to accelerate your professional growth.

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Location: London | 3 days a week in office