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

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

Job summary

A specialist media law firm in Reading is seeking a Compliance Administrator to support risk and compliance functions, focusing on anti-money laundering and client onboarding. Applicants should have at least six months of relevant law firm experience. This role offers an opportunity to work with top-tier lawyers in a reputable practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in compliance within a law firm.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering processes and onboarding procedures.
• Familiarity with automated conflict checking systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage compliance related to AML and KYC checks.
• Research and verify identities of clients and third-party payors.
• Maintain an internal AML database with CDD information.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance Monitoring

Research

Tools

AML compliance software

Job description

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LAW CHOICE RECRUITMENT

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

This specialist media law firm, renowned for their work in Music, TV, and Film, is keen to recruit a Compliance Administrator with at least 6 months of experience to join their team, working alongside top-tier lawyers. Typical duties include:

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

Applicants must have a minimum of 6 months prior compliance experience within a law firm, specifically dealing with anti-money laundering processes and onboarding procedures. Knowledge of automated conflict checking systems and AML compliance software used in law firms would be advantageous.