Compliance Analyst - Offshore Law Firm

Michael Page (UK); Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Compliance Analyst in Southampton. The role involves conducting due diligence, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT legislation, and supporting the senior compliance team. Candidates should have a background in CDD/AML roles, exceptional communication skills, and a keen interest in compliance development. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus package

Potential for career growth

Supportive work environment

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in CDD/AML roles ideally within a law firm.
• Strong interest in developing a career within compliance.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Determine required due diligence per firm policies.
• Maintain strong communication with various departments.
• Conduct open-source searches per compliance procedures.
• Update data systems for sanctions screening.
• Support senior compliance team in projects.

Skills

Due diligence

Knowledge of AML/CFT legislation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Compliance Analyst

• Offshore Law Firm.

About Our Client

Offshore Law Firm.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Determine required due diligence per firm policies and review existing documentation for accuracy.
• Maintain strong communication with Partners, Fee Earners, and other departments.
• Conduct open-source searches and act on results in line with compliance procedures.
• Update data systems for sanctions screening and maintain accurate electronic filing of CDD.
• Support senior compliance team and participate in compliance projects, occasionally leading initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

• Experience in CDD/AML roles with strong knowledge of AML/CFT legislation, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong interest in developing their career within compliance.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• Competitive salary plus package.
• Potential for career growth and development.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Hybrid working from the Southampton office.