AML Administrator - Boutique Entertainment Law Firm - £30,000

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist media law firm in London is seeking an experienced Compliance Administrator to join their team. The role involves monitoring compliance, conducting KYC and AML checks, and ensuring thorough client onboarding processes. Ideal candidates will have at least six months of previous experience within a law firm, with a strong understanding of compliance practices and risk management.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months compliance experience in a law firm.
• Experience with AML processes and KYC checks.
• Familiarity with conflict checking systems and compliance software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the Firm’s risk and compliance duties related to AML and KYC.
• Research and confirm client identities and their business operations.
• Maintain an internal database of client information in compliance with SRA regulations.
• Assist clients with onboarding and conduct conflict checks.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance Monitoring

Due Diligence

Client Onboarding

Job description

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Client:

LAW CHOICE RECRUITMENT

Location:

west london, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

This specialist media law firm famous for their Music, TV and Film work are keen to recruit a Compliance Administrator with at least 6 months experience to join the firm, working with lawyers who are at the very top of the profession. Typical duties will include:-

• Monitoring and controlling the Firm’s risk and compliance in relation to AML and KYC checks and related compliance issues.
• Researching and confirming the identities of clients, beneficial owners and third-party payors and understanding their businesses and their means of payment.
• Locating and obtaining company incorporation or regulatory information for clients and beneficial owners in all international offices,
• Maintaining an internal AML database of CDD information about the Firm’s clients and other relevant parties, in line with SRA regulations and Firm policy, and updating expired information.
• Conducting conflict checks for fee earners.
• Dealing with enquiries from across the firm.
• Assisting with client and matter onboarding.

Applicants must have 6 months prior compliance experience working within a law firm dealing with anti-money laundering processes and other on-boarding procedures. A knowledge of automated conflict checking systems and AML compliance software as used in a law firm setting would be an advantage.