Compliance Analyst - Top 100 Law firm

QED Legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their compliance team. This role offers excellent exposure to legal risk and compliance, with full training and structured career progression. Ideal for those looking to build a long-term career in compliance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Travel insurance

Charitable leave

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CDD, Source of Wealth/Funds, and AML within a law firm.
• Strong interest in compliance, regulatory matters, and legal risk management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct procedural file reviews across all departments.
• Monitor compliance alerts and handle queries from staff.
• Deliver internal training sessions on compliance topics.

Skills

AML

KYC

Client Due Diligence

Compliance

Job description

Compliance Analyst
Manchester (4 days in office)

We're working with a long standing client, a brilliant top 100 full-service law firm looking to add a Compliance Analyst to their growing compliance function. Joining a well established close-knit compliance team, where you will support with client onboarding.

Great opportunity for someone with exposure into the legal world, some understanding of AML, KYC, Client Due Diligence. You will have a great opportunity to kick start a long term career in compliance, learning from key leaders in the compliance world.

About the Role The Compliance Analyst will support the day-to-day operations of the Risk & Compliance function, assisting with file reviews, regulatory reporting, staff training, and data protection duties. The position is initially office-based for the first six months, after which hybrid working (1 remote day per week) becomes available.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct procedural file reviews across all departments of the firm.
• Monitor and act upon alerts from compliance tools such as SmartSearch.
• Handle compliance queries from staff via email and phone.
• Maintain regulatory records through mySRA and support practising certificate renewals.
• Coordinate new starter onboarding from a regulatory perspective, including checks and training.
• Update internal registers (e.g. staff lists, breach logs).
• Deliver internal training sessions to team members and staff on compliance topics.
• Support the Data Protection Lead in responding to data breach incidents.
• Assist in preparation for external accreditations such as Lexcel and CQS.
• Carry out legal and regulatory research as required.
• Review referral agreements in collaboration with the Client Services Team.
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider Risk & Compliance function.

About you?

• Knowledge of CDD, Source of Wealth/Funds, and AML (Within a Law Firm)
• Strong interest in compliance, regulatory matters, and legal risk management.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Able to manage tasks independently and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential.

Why Apply?

This role offers excellent exposure to legal risk and compliance in a well-established, forward-thinking law firm. With full training, professional development, and structured career progression, this is an ideal entry-level opportunity for someone serious about building a long-term career in legal compliance.

The firm provides an impressive range of benefits, including:

• A minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus extra over Christmas)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance and income protection (with options to extend to family)
• Life insurance (3x salary)
• Travel insurance and interest-free travel/parking loans
• Charitable leave and a range of internal sports, social and wellness initiatives
• Monthly early finish and employee recognition schemes
• Mental health and wellbeing support through EAP and trained in-house First Aiders

Interested?

Looking for an opportunity to kick start your career in compliance?

Reach out for a confidential converation.