Junior Business Acceptance Analyst

Winston Taylor LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Taylor LLP is seeking a Junior Business Acceptance Analyst to join the Risk Management team in Liverpool on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role offers exposure to client due diligence, AML procedures, and conflicts analysis, supporting onboarding and risk management activities across the firm.

The successful candidate will work with the Business Acceptance Manager and Senior Analysts, gaining experience in regulatory requirements and stakeholder engagement within an international

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong research capabilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence checks and support onboarding of new clients and matters in line with AML requirements.
• Carry out conflict searches and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Assess client and matter risk profiles using internal systems and external databases.
• Provide guidance to partners and teams on business acceptance, compliance, and conflicts-related queries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Teamwork

Multitasking

Research skills

Education

Graduate degree or equivalent

Job description

About us

At Winston Taylor, we set the standard, together.

Winston Taylor is a transatlantic law firm built for the businesses, people, and markets driving capital and innovation. Here, you're in the room. In the action. Sleeves rolled up.

You'll work with leading clients. Disruptors. Fast-growth companies. And help them to stay one step ahead of the moment and make critical decisions that shape their future. We're present in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, combining the scale and speed that clients demand.

You'll be trusted with real responsibility from the outset and build experience through hands-on work. We take your progression personally. We provide the platform. You shape the work around your goals and aspirations.

Step into the moments that matter. Join Winston Taylor.

Position summary

We are seeking a Junior Business Acceptance Analyst to join our Risk Management team in Liverpool on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional looking to develop a career in risk, compliance, and business acceptance within a leading transatlantic law firm.

Working closely with the Business Acceptance Manager and Senior Business Acceptance Analysts, you will support the firm's client and matter inception processes, ensuring regulatory requirements are met while helping the business manage risk effectively. This role offers exposure to client due diligence, conflicts analysis, anti-money laundering procedures, and stakeholder engagement across the firm.

At Winston Taylor, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage continuous learning and professional development, providing opportunities to build your expertise and progress your career within an international team.

Position responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence checks and support the onboarding of new clients and matters in line with Anti-Money Laundering requirements.
• Carry out conflict searches, identify potential issues, and escalates matters where appropriate.
• Assess client and matter risk profiles using internal systems, external databases, and research tools.
• Provide support and guidance to partners and business services teams on business acceptance, compliance, and conflicts-related queries.

Experience, skills, and qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to review information and make informed decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong research capabilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.