Compliance Analyst

RedLaw Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in international compliance work, particularly with offices in Qatar and Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of compliance experience in a law firm and possess strong legal analytical skills. This firm is known for its personal approach and commitment to diversity, making it an exciting place to grow your career in compliance. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of compliance experience within a law firm.
• Strong legal analytical skills and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict searches based on data submitted by partners.
• Manage complex CDD issues and perform risk assessments.
• Support compliance training for staff and new joiners.

Skills

Compliance Experience

Legal Analytical Skills

Conflict Checks

Risk Assessments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law or Related Field

Job description

We have partnered with a prestigious international law firm based in London, who are seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis. With over 500 lawyers, this full-service firm is renowned for its personal approach, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional business law firms. Reporting directly to the Head of New Business Intake, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of new business intake, including CDD and conflict checks. The role will also involve international work, particularly advising on requirements for the firm’s offices in Qatar and Hong Kong.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Conducting conflict searches based on data submitted by partners and fee earners
2. Identifying potential conflict issues and escalating them to senior team members
3. Managing more complex CDD issues
4. Performing risk assessments at client inception to evaluate any heightened risk of money laundering
5. Supporting general compliance training for support staff and new joiners

To be considered, candidates should have at least 1-2 years of compliance experience within a law firm. This role is ideal for someone with strong legal analytical skills, who is confident, assertive, and ready to take on a dynamic and challenging role.

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We have partnered with a prestigious international London-based law firm, who are seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis.

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