Junior Risk & Compliance Analyst – AML & CDD

Ryder Reid Legal; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal in Liverpool is seeking a Junior Business Acceptance Analyst to join its Risk & Compliance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent entry point for graduates or early-career professionals aiming to develop a career in risk and compliance.

You will gain exposure to client onboarding, AML controls, conflicts checks and business acceptance procedures, working closely with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to risk, compliance, AML, or regulated environments is preferred but not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and research skills.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) and onboarding checks in line with AML and regulatory requirements.
• Perform conflict searches and identify potential issues for further review and escalation.
• Support the client and matter opening process, ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.
• Respond to business acceptance, conflicts, and compliance-related queries from internal stakeholders.

Skills

AML knowledge

CDD onboarding

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Research skills

Multitasking

Job description

Ryder Reid Legal in Liverpool is seeking a Junior Business Acceptance Analyst to join its Risk & Compliance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent entry point for graduates or early-career professionals aiming to develop a career in risk and compliance.

You will gain exposure to client onboarding, AML controls, conflicts checks and business acceptance procedures, working closely with a collaborative team.