Compliance Manager - Offshore Law Firm.

Michael Page Legal; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Eastleigh is seeking a Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to AML regulations and support client onboarding. You will liaise with partners, manage compliance issues, and stay updated with regulatory changes. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal or financial services, strong knowledge of AML legislation, and excellent communication skills. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive and collaborative team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a Legal or Financial Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT legislation and global sanctions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert onboarding and compliance support.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates.
• Identify and resolve compliance issues and manage escalations.

Skills

AML/CFT legislation knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Degree with relevant professional designation (e.g., CAMS, ICA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Intapp/ViewPoint

Job description

This role is responsible for ensuring the firm's compliance with AML and sanction checks during client onboarding, while also maintaining regulatory compliance for the firm.

Client Details

Offshore Law Firm.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert onboarding and compliance support to partners and fee earners.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and liaise with the onboarding team.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement policy updates promptly.
• Act as AML/CFT/PF subject matter expert and support compliance teams.
• Identify and resolve compliance issues, manage escalations, and oversee monitoring findings.
• Assist with regulatory submissions, audits, and onboarding process improvements.

Profile

The successful candidate would have:

• Proven experience in a similar role within a Legal or Financial Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT legislation, global sanctions, and risk-based CDD/client onboarding.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel), screening systems; Intapp/ViewPoint experience an asset.
• Degree qualified with relevant professional designation (e., CAMS, ICA).
• Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-jurisdiction communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication abilities; detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to influence effectively.

Job Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• Competitive salary plus package.
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Hybrid working from Southampton office.