Compliance Analyst

Taylor Root; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prestigious firm

High-profile matters

Collaborative culture

Career progression

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking an AML Risk & Compliance Analyst to join its Risk & Compliance team in London on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role centers on client due diligence, enhanced due diligence and regulatory compliance to support onboarding and ongoing risk management.

You will conduct CDD/EDD, sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening, maintain accurate records, prepare AML reports, and collaborate with partners on audits and major governance projects in a hybrid London setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML, CDD or financial crime, ideally in a law firm or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience performing sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Conducting client due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) on corporate and individual clients.
• Performing PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening.
• Researching complex ownership and corporate structures.
• Assessing AML and financial crime risks for new and existing clients.
• Preparing AML reports and recommendations for approval.
• Maintaining accurate compliance records and databases.
• Assisting with ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews.
• Supporting regulatory audits and compliance projects.
• Collaborating with partners to facilitate efficient client onboarding.

Skills

AML/Financial crime

CDD/EDD

Sanctions/PEP/adverse media

Research

Attention to detail

Stakeholder comms

Prioritization

UK AML regulations

Job description

Compliance Analyst - 12m FTC

A leading international law firm is seeking an AML Risk & Compliance Analyst to join its established Risk & Compliance team in London.

London | Hybrid Working (2 days in office) | International Law Firm

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with AML and client due diligence experience gained within a law firm or professional services environment who is looking to further develop their career in a highly regarded and collaborative team.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting client due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) on both corporate and individual clients
• Performing PEP, sanctions and adverse media screening
• Researching complex ownership and corporate structures
• Assessing AML and financial crime risks associated with new and existing clients
• Preparing AML reports and recommendations for approval
• Maintaining accurate compliance records and databases
• Assisting with ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews
• Supporting regulatory audits and compliance projects
• Working closely with partners and stakeholders to facilitate efficient client onboarding

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous AML, CDD or financial crime experience, ideally within a law firm
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience conducting sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Confident communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• A proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a prestigious international law firm
• Exposure to complex and high-profile matters
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement