Client Onboarding Compliance Analyst

Michael Page Legal; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

Michael Page Legal is seeking a Compliance Analyst to support client and matter onboarding within a busy Risk & Compliance team. You will perform AML checks, assess risk, and conduct conflict searches to ensure regulatory obligations are met.

The role offers the opportunity to develop a long-term career in legal risk and compliance, working in a collaborative environment that values professional development and best practice.

Qualifications

• Perform client due diligence and anti-money laundering (AML) checks on new and existing clients.
• Review and assess client and matter risk profiles, preparing clear findings and recommendations.
• Conduct conflict of interest searches using specialist systems and evaluate search results.
• Assist with the resolution of potential conflicts by collaborating with legal teams and senior stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate client records and support ongoing monitoring activities.
• Escalate higher-risk matters and compliance concerns where appropriate.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues on client onboarding and acceptance procedures.
• Contribute to departmental projects, process improvements and compliance initiatives.
• Keep up to date with regulatory developments and industry best practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform client due diligence and AML checks on new and existing clients.
• Assess risk profiles and provide actionable findings to senior staff.
• Run conflict searches and evaluate results to identify potential issues.
• Support resolution of conflicts with legal teams to mitigate risk.
• Maintain and monitor client records for ongoing compliance.
• Highlight high-risk matters to ensure timely escalation and action.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree educated or relevant experience

Tools

Intapp

SmartSearch

Orbis

Job description

Michael Page Legal is seeking a Compliance Analyst to support client and matter onboarding within a busy Risk & Compliance team. You will perform AML checks, assess risk, and conduct conflict searches to ensure regulatory obligations are met.

The role offers the opportunity to develop a long-term career in legal risk and compliance, working in a collaborative environment that values professional development and best practice.