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

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

Job summary

A specialist media law firm in Southampton is seeking a Compliance Administrator with a minimum of 6 months of experience in compliance within a law firm. The role involves monitoring AML and KYC compliance, researching client identities, and maintaining a client database. This position offers the chance to work alongside top lawyers in the industry and contributes to essential compliance functions within the firm.

Qualifications

• 6 months prior compliance experience in a law firm.
• Knowledge of AML processes and onboarding procedures.
• Understanding of KYC checks and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control compliance related to AML and KYC checks.
• Research and confirm client identities and payment methods.
• Maintain a database of client due diligence information.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering

Compliance Monitoring

KYC Checks

Tools

AML Compliance Software

Automated Conflict Checking Systems

Job description

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Client:

LAW CHOICE RECRUITMENT

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

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.