Compliance Officer

www.law-choice.com - Jobboard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with regulatory standards across jurisdictions. This position involves assisting in client onboarding, conducting AML checks, and monitoring ongoing client risk. The ideal candidate will have a law degree or GDL qualification, strong AML knowledge, and at least two years of experience in a compliance role. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team, contributing to important legal operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated organisation.
• Strong knowledge of AML and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client onboarding and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct AML checks and review KYC documentation.
• Help produce compliance reports and assist with audits.

Skills

AML knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Law degree or GDL qualification

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Join an international law firm as a Risk & Compliance Officer and play a key role in safeguarding regulatory standards across multiple jurisdictions. This is your chance to work at the heart of a global network, supporting complex legal operations and driving best practice.

Risk & Compliance Officer – London | Permanent | £45,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with client and matter onboarding, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies.
• Conduct AML checks, review KYC documentation, and perform sanctions searches.
• Support the application and review of engagement terms.
• Monitor ongoing client risk and maintain accurate matter information.
• Help produce compliance reports and assist with audits.
• Set up and amend information barriers and insider lists.
• Deliver internal training and contribute to process improvement projects.

About You:

• Minimum two years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated organisation (ideally a law firm).
• Law degree or GDL qualification, with some legal work experience.
• Strong knowledge of AML and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and work both independently and as part of a global team.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team within a truly international law firm, where quality and professionalism are paramount.