Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

SSQ; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in the UK is seeking an AML Analyst for a 6-month contract in a hybrid work environment. The candidate will support client and matter onboarding, conduct due diligence checks, and maintain compliance with AML regulations. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in AML or compliance, particularly in a law firm. Strong understanding of UK regulations is required. Interested candidates can apply via the provided contact.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in an AML/compliance role within a law firm or similar regulated professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and risk-based approaches.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client, matter and third-party payer due diligence checks in line with internal AML policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review and analyse ownership and control structures, including identifying ultimate beneficial owners.
• Carry out independent research to assess client risk profiles, including source of wealth and source of funds.
• Identify and assess higher-risk factors and elevate where appropriate.
• Complete client and matter risk assessments and support internal reporting processes.
• Assist with ongoing monitoring, periodic reviews and remediation of historic AML data.
• Maintain accurate AML records and ensure systems are kept up to date.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Client due diligence

Risk assessment

Job description

AML Analyst 6-month FTC

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: London (hybrid environment)

SSQ is representing a well regarded law firm in their search for an AML Analyst. The firm advises a broad range of clients across financial services, private investment, regulated industries and complex cross‑border matters. It operates within a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment and maintains robust compliance and risk frameworks.

The role

This is an opportunity to join an established compliance function on a contract basis, supporting client and matter onboarding, ongoing monitoring and wider AML activities. The role sits within a central risk / compliance team and involves close interaction with legal, billing and business services stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct client, matter and third‑party payer due diligence checks in line with internal AML policies and regulatory requirements
• Review and analyse ownership and control structures, including identifying ultimate beneficial owners
• Carry out independent research to assess client risk profiles, including source of wealth and source of funds
• Identify and assess higher‑risk factors (e.g. sanctions, PEPs, jurisdictional or industry risks) and elevate where appropriate
• Complete client and matter risk assessments and support internal reporting processes
• Assist with ongoing monitoring, periodic reviews and remediation of historic AML data
• Maintain accurate AML records and ensure systems are kept up to date

Candidate profile

• At least 2 years’ experience in an AML / compliance role within a law firm or similar regulated professional services environment
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and risk‑based approaches

If you're interested, please apply or contact [e-mail]