AML Analyst - Elite US Law Firm

Ryder Reid Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal in London is seeking an AML Analyst to join the Risk & Compliance function of a prestigious US law firm. You will conduct AML and KYC checks on new and existing clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and high due diligence standards.

Reporting into the Risk & Compliance team, you will perform CDD/EDD reviews, sanctions screening, and analyse complex structures and ownership information, liaising with lawyers and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML/KYC within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and client due diligence requirements.
• Experience reviewing corporate structures and beneficial ownership information.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML and KYC checks on new and existing clients and matters.
• Perform CDD and enhanced due diligence reviews.
• Carry out sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening.
• Review and analyse complex corporate structures and beneficial ownership.
• Liaise with lawyers and business services teams to obtain required compliance documentation.

Skills

AML

KYC

Client onboarding

Compliance

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

An elite US law firm is looking to recruit an AML Analyst to join their growing London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an AML professional to join a prestigious international law firm, supporting the firm's risk and compliance function and playing a key role in maintaining the highest standards of client due diligence and regulatory compliance.

The Role

Reporting into the Risk & Compliance team, you will be responsible for conducting AML and KYC checks on new and existing clients, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews.
• Assess and verify AML documentation for new client and matter onboarding.
• Perform sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening.
• Review and analyse complex corporate structures and beneficial ownership information.
• Liaise with lawyers, business services teams, and clients to obtain required compliance documentation.

Candidate Profile

• Previous AML, KYC, Client Onboarding, or Compliance experience within a law firm.
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and client due diligence requirements.
• Experience reviewing company structures and beneficial ownership information.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

Hybrid working policy of 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home.